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Garmin vivoactive User Manual

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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 www.dtsc.ca.gov
/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
CAUTION
Contact your local waste disposal department to properly
recycle the batteries.
Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery
1
Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws on
the back of the module.
2
Remove the cover and battery.
3
Wait 30 seconds.
4
Insert the new battery with the positive side facing up.
NOTE: Do not damage or lose the O-ring gasket.
5
Replace the back cover and the four screws.
NOTE: Do not overtighten.
After you replace the heart rate monitor battery, you may need
to pair it with the device again.
Data Management
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows
®
95, 98, Me,
Windows NT
®
, and Mac
®
OS 10.3 and earlier.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
If your device is connected to your computer as a removable
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not necessary
to safely disconnect.
1
Complete an action:
For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove
Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.
For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.
2
Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Deleting Files
NOTICE
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your
device memory contains important system files that should not
be deleted.
1
Open the Garmin drive or volume.
2
If necessary, open a folder or volume.
3
Select a file.
4
Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
Troubleshooting
Resetting the Device
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it.
NOTE: Resetting the device may erase your data or settings.
1
Hold for 15 seconds.
The device turns off.
2
Hold for one second to turn on the device.
Restoring All Default Settings
NOTE: This deletes all user-entered information and activity
history.
You can reset all settings back to the factory default values.
1
Select the action key.
2
Select System > System > Restore Defaults > Yes.
Acquiring Satellite Signals
The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite
signals.
1
Go outdoors to an open area.
The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky.
2
Wait while the device locates satellites.
It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals.
Maximizing Battery Life
Shorten the backlight timeout (Backlight Settings).
Use GPS mode instead of GLONASS mode for your activity
(Changing the Satellite Setting).
Use a Connect IQ watch face that is not updated every
second. For example, use a watch face without a second
hand (Downloading Connect IQ Features).
In your smartphone notification center settings, limit the
notifications that are displayed (Managing Notifications).
Support and Updates
Garmin Express
provides easy access to these services for
Garmin devices. Some services may not be available for your
device.
Product registration
Product manuals
Software updates
Map, chart, or course updates
Vehicles, voices, and other extras
Setting Up Garmin Express
1
Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
2
Go to www.garmin.com/express.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Software Update
When a software update is available, your device automatically
downloads the update when you synchronize your device to
your Garmin Connect account.
Appendix
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can
degrade the life of the product.
Avoid pressing the keys under water.
10 Troubleshooting

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Garmin vivoactive Specifications

General IconGeneral
Battery life504 h
Battery technologyLithium
Market positioningSport watch
Display resolution205 x 148 pixels
BluetoothNo
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth38.5 mm
Width43.8 mm
Weight38 g
Thickness8 mm

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