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5

On your smartphone, go to the Bluetooth settings menu, and 

search for nearby devices.
See the smartphone owner's manual for more information.

6

Select your fēnix 2 device from the list of nearby devices.
A passkey appears on the fēnix 2 screen.

7

On your smartphone, enter the passkey.

8

On your fēnix 2 device, select 

Always On

In Activity

, or 

Not in Activity

, and select 

OK

.

The device turns Bluetooth wireless technology on and off 

automatically based on your selection.

9

Select 

Show

 or 

Hide

 to show or hide smartphone 

notifications on the fēnix 2 screen.

10

Go to 

www.garmin.com/apps

, and download the Garmin 

Connect Mobile app or the BaseCamp Mobile app to your 

smartphone (optional).

Garmin Connect

You can connect with your friends on Garmin Connect. Garmin 

Connect gives you the tools to track, analyze, and share your 

data. You can record the events of your active lifestyle including 

golf games, hikes, runs, adventures, and more. To sign up for a 

free account, go to 

www.garminconnect.com/

.

Using Garmin Connect

You can upload all of your activity data to Garmin Connect for 

comprehensive analysis. With Garmin Connect, you can view a 

map of your activity, and share your activities with friends.

1

Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.

2

Go to 

www.garminconnect.com/start

.

3

Follow the on-screen instructions.

ANT+ Sensors

Your device can be used with wireless ANT+ sensors. For more 

information about compatibility and purchasing optional 

sensors, go to 

http://buy.garmin.com

.

Pairing ANT+ Sensors

Before you can pair ANT+ sensors, Bluetooth wireless 

technology must be turned off (

Pairing Your Smartphone with 

Your fēnix 2 Device

).

The first time you connect a sensor to your device using ANT+ 

wireless technology, you must pair the device and sensor. Once 

paired, the device connects to the sensor automatically when 

you start an activity and the sensor is active and within range.

NOTE: 

If a heart rate monitor was bundled with your device, the 

included heart rate monitor is already paired with your device.

1

If you are pairing a heart rate monitor, put on the heart rate 

monitor.
The heart rate monitor does not send or receive data until 

you put it on.

2

Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the sensor.

NOTE: 

Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other ANT+ sensors 

while pairing.

3

Hold 

MENU

.

4

Select 

Settings

 > 

Sensors

.

5

Select your sensor.

6

Select 

New Search

.

When the sensor is paired with your device, the sensor 

status changes from 

Searching

 to 

Connected

. Sensor data 

appears in the data page loop or a custom data field.

Device Information

Specifications

Battery type

500 mAh Lithium-ion battery

Battery life

Up to 5 weeks

Water resistance

Water resistant (50 m)

NOTE: 

The watch is designed for surface 

swimming.

Operating temperature 
range

From -20º to 50ºC (from -4º to 122ºF)

Radio frequency/
protocol

2.4 GHz ANT+ wireless technology
Bluetooth Smart device

Battery Information

The actual battery life depends on how much you use GPS, 

device sensors, optional wireless sensors, and the backlight.

Battery Life

Mode

16 hours

Normal GPS mode

50 hours

UltraTrac GPS mode with one-minute polling interval

Up to 5 weeks Watch mode

Device Care

NOTICE

Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that 

can damage plastic components and finishes.
Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to 

chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, cosmetics, alcohol, or other 

harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances can 

damage the case.
Avoid pressing the keys under water.
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can 

degrade the life of the product.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme 

temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent 

damage.

Getting More Information

You can find more information about this product on the Garmin 

website.
• Go to 

www.garmin.com/outdoor

.

• Go to 

www.garmin.com/learningcenter

.

• Go to 

http://buy.garmin.com

, or contact your Garmin dealer 

for information about optional accessories and replacement 

parts.

Getting the Owner's Manual

You can get the latest owner's manual from the web.

1

Go to 

www.garmin.com/support

.

2

Select 

Manuals

.

3

Follow the on-screen instructions to select your product.

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 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

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