Garmin IPH-A3095, Owner'S Manual

NOTE: 

The heart rate sensor is located on the back of the 

device.

• See 

Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data

, page 8

 for more 

information about wrist-based heart rate.

• For more information about the accuracy of wrist-based heart 

rate, go to 

garmin.com/ataccuracy

.

Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data

If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you can try 

these tips.
• Clean and dry your arm before putting on the device.
• Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under 

the device.

• Avoid scratching the heart rate sensor on the back of the 

device.

• Wear the device above your wrist bone. The device should 

be snug but comfortable.

• Wait until the   icon is solid before starting your activity.
• Warm up for 5 to 10 minutes and get a heart rate reading 

before starting your activity.

NOTE: 

In cold environments, warm up indoors.

• Rinse the device with fresh water after each workout.

Viewing the Heart Rate Widget

The widget displays your current heart rate in beats per minute 

(bpm) and a graph of your heart rate for the last 4 hours.

1

From the watch face, select 

DOWN

.

2

Select   to view your average resting heart rate values for 

the last 7 days.

Broadcasting Heart Rate Data to Garmin Devices

You can broadcast your heart rate data from your Descent Mk1 

device and view it on paired Garmin devices. For example, you 

can broadcast your heart rate data to an Edge

®

 device while 

cycling, or to a VIRB

®

 action camera during an activity.

NOTE: 

Broadcasting heart rate data decreases battery life.

1

From the heart rate widget, hold 

UP

.

2

Select 

Options

.

3

Select an option:
• Select 

Broadcast Heart Rate

 to start broadcasting heart 

rate data now.

• Select 

Broadcast During Activity

 to broadcast heart rate 

during timed activities (

Starting an Activity

, page 4

).

The Descent Mk1 device starts broadcasting your heart rate 

data, and 

 appears.

NOTE: 

You can view only the heart rate widget while 

broadcasting heart rate data.

4

Pair your Descent Mk1 device with your Garmin ANT+ 

compatible device.

NOTE: 

The pairing instructions differ for each Garmin 

compatible device. See your owner's manual.

TIP: 

To stop broadcasting your heart rate data, select any 

key, and select Yes.

Turning Off the Wrist Heart Rate Monitor

The default value for the Wrist Heart Rate setting is Auto. The 

device automatically uses the wrist-based heart rate monitor 

unless you pair an ANT+ heart rate monitor to the device.

1

From the heart rate widget, hold 

UP

.

2

Select 

Options

 > 

Status

 > 

Off

.

Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor

You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin, just 

below your sternum. It should be snug enough to stay in place 

during your activity.

1

If necessary, attach the strap extender to the heart rate 

monitor.

2

Wet the electrodes 

À

 on the back of the heart rate monitor to 

create a strong connection between your chest and the 

transmitter.

3

Wear the heart rate monitor with the Garmin logo facing right-

side up.

The loop 

Á

 and hook 

Â

 connection should be on your right 

side.

4

Wrap the heart rate monitor around your chest, and connect 

the strap hook to the loop.

NOTE: 

Make sure the care tag does not fold over.

After you put on the heart rate monitor, it is active and sending 

data.

Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data

If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you can try 

these tips.
• Reapply water to the electrodes and contact patches (if 

applicable).

• Tighten the strap on your chest.
• Warm up for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Follow the care instructions (

Caring for the Heart Rate 

Monitor

, page 8

).

• Wear a cotton shirt or thoroughly wet both sides of the strap.

Synthetic fabrics that rub or flap against the heart rate 

monitor can create static electricity that interferes with heart 

rate signals.

• Move away from sources that can interfere with your heart 

rate monitor.
Sources of interference may include strong electromagnetic 

fields, some 2.4 GHz wireless sensors, high-voltage power 

lines, electric motors, ovens, microwave ovens, 2.4 GHz 

cordless phones, and wireless LAN access points.

Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor

NOTICE

A buildup of sweat and salt on the strap can decrease the ability 

of the heart rate monitor to report accurate data.

8

Heart Rate Features