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     F3ARGD00

 Quick Start Manual

 WARNING

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in

the GPS device product box for product warnings and other

important information.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify

any exercise program.

Getting Started

When using your device for the first time, you should

complete these tasks to set up the device and learn about

the basic features.

1

Charge the device (page 8).

2

Put on the optional heart rate monitor (page 9).

3

Go for a run (page 4).

4

Upload your run to Garmin Connect™ (page 5).

5

Register the device (page 13).

6

Get more information (page 13).

DRAFT

Summary of Contents for F3ARGD00

Page 1: ... before you begin or modify any exercise program Getting Started When using your device for the first time you should complete these tasks to set up the device and learn about the basic features 1 Charge the device page 8 2 Put on the optional heart rate monitor page 9 3 Go for a run page 4 4 Upload your run to Garmin Connect page 5 5 Register the device page 13 6 Get more information page 13 D R ...

Page 2: ...urn the device on and off Á Select to start and stop the timer  Select to open the main menu à CONNECT Select to mark a new lap Select to send your run to Garmin Connect Ä Select to view the time of day Å Select to return to the previous screen 2 D R A F T ...

Page 3: ...reen to unlock the device Tap the touchscreen to view the next data screen Select the touchscreen to confirm messages and alerts Select the top and bottom of the touchscreen to scroll through menus options and settings You can also swipe to scroll though the items You can hold the top and bottom of the touchscreen to scroll faster From a data screen hold a data field to change it Select to close a...

Page 4: ... touchscreen to unlock the device 3 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites It may take 30 60 seconds to locate satellite signals The satellite bars turn green and the timer screen appears 4 Select to start the timer 5 Go for a run 6 After you complete your run select to stop the timer 7 Select an option Select Save to save the run and reset the timer A summary appears 4 D R A F T ...

Page 5: ... 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 Garmin Connect Connect with your friends on Garmin Connect Garmin Connect gives you the tools to track analyze share and encourage each other Record the events of your active lifestyle including runs walks rid...

Page 6: ... elevation heart rate calories burned an overhead map view pace and speed charts and customizable reports Plan your training You can choose a fitness goal and load one of the day by day training plans Share your activities You can connect with friends to follow each other s activities or post links to your activities on your favorite social networking sites Connected Features The Forerunner has se...

Page 7: ... Go to www garmin com intosports apps and download the Garmin Connect Mobile application to your smartphone 2 Bring your smartphone within 33 ft 10 m of your Forerunner 3 From the Forerunner home screen select Settings Wireless Bluetooth Pair Mobile Device 4 Open the Garmin Connect Mobile application and follow the on screen instructions to connect a device The instructions are provided during the...

Page 8: ...on guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information The charging cradle contains a magnet Under certain circumstances magnets may cause interference with some medical devices including pacemakers and insulin pumps Keep the charging cradle away from such medical devices NOTICE The charging cradle contains a magnet Under certain circumstances magnets may cause damage to ...

Page 9: ... completely Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor NOTE If you do not have a heart rate monitor you can skip this task You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin just below your breastplate It should be snug enough to stay in place during your activity 1 Snap the heart rate monitor module À onto the strap 9 D R A F T ...

Page 10: ...t the electrodes Á on the back of the strap to create a strong connection between your chest and the transmitter 3 If the heart rate monitor has a contact patch  wet the contact patch 4 Wrap the strap around your chest and connect the strap hook à to the loop Ä 10 D R A F T ...

Page 11: ...celerometer in the module that measures torso movement in order to calculate three running metrics cadence vertical oscillation and ground contact time For more information about running dynamics see your owner s manual NOTE The HRM Run accessory is compatible with several ANT fitness products and can display heart rate data when paired The running dynamics features are available only on certain G...

Page 12: ...r level of fitness improves VO2 max estimates are provided and supported by Firstbeat Technologies Ltd Recovery Advisor You can use your Garmin device paired with the heart rate monitor to display how much time remains before you are fully recovered and ready for the next hard workout The recovery advisor feature includes recovery time and recovery check Recovery advisor technology is provided and...

Page 13: ...pleting our online registration today Go to http my garmin com Keep the original sales receipt or a photocopy in a safe place Getting More Information Go to www garmin com intosports 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 ma...

Page 14: ...on but it does not delete your history 1 Hold and select Yes to turn off the device 2 While holding hold to turn on the device 3 Select Yes Switching to Watch Mode You can put the device into a low power watch mode that locks the touchscreen and maximizes battery life 1 Select until appears The device is in watch only mode 2 Select any key except and tap the touchscreen to unlock the device Turnin...

Page 15: ...D R A F T ...

Page 16: ...license Wi Fi is a registered mark of Wi Fi Alliance Corporation Firstbeat and Analyzed by Firstbeat are registered trademarks of Firstbeat Technologies Ltd Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners 2013 Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries Garmin International Inc 1200 East 151st Street Olathe Kansas 66062 USA Garmin Europe Ltd Liberty House Hounsdown Business Park Southampt...

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