Mio ALPHA - Pairing Tips and Procedures

MIO Alpha User Guide 09
paIrIng WIth androId™ apps – bluetooth® smart
• Open the Android’s Settings menu and follow the standard Bluetooth pairing process to add or
scan for the Alpha heart rate sensor.
After you pair the Alpha to your Android, all apps will be automatically paired.
paIrIng WIth androId apps – ant+™
1. If your Android phone does not have a built-in ANT+ receiver, plug in the ANT+ dongle.
2. Open the app to pair with. Instructions vary for each app, but typically you add or scan for the
heart rate sensor using the app’s Setting mode.
Note: Once you have paired with the app, it will automatically recognize Alpha each time you use the app.
3. Repeat for each app that you want to pair with.
paIrIng WIth receIVIng deVIces such as bIke computers
Instructions vary for each device. Follow the instructions for receiving heart rate data from a chest
strap; your device will register the Alpha heart rate sensor.
Maintaining Your Alpha
Charging The Battery
Your Alpha watch contains a rechargeable lithium polymer battery. Follow these instructions and
guidelines to ensure long life for the battery.
If you do not follow these guidelines, the battery life could be shortened and there is the risk of
damage to the watch, risk of fire, risk of electrolyte leaks and chemical burns, and risk of injury.
battery IndIcator
• The battery indicator in the upper left of the watch face shows three bars when the battery is fully
charged. Each bar represents about 1/3 of the battery’s full charge.
• If you put the watch in EXERCISE mode and the battery charge is below 1/3, the display will say
LOW BATTERY. You can still use the heart rate monitor.
• If you put the watch in EXERCISE mode and the display says NO BATTERY, you must recharge the
battery before using the heart rate monitor again. The watch will automatically return to TIME
mode.