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1. Device Overview

Pairing ANT+ Sensors

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

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

they are 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.

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

monitor

(Putting On the Heart Rate

The heart rate monitor does not send or receive data until

you put it on.

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

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

while pairing.

Hold

Select Settings > Sensors > Add New.

Select an option:

• Select Search All.

• Select your sensor type.

After 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.

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 sternum. It should be snug enough to stay in place

during your activity.

Snap the heart rate monitor module

The Garmin logos on the module and the strap should be

right-side up.

Wet the electrodes

and the contact patches

of the strap to create a strong connection between your chest

and the transmitter.

Wrap the strap around your chest, and connect the strap

hook

to the loop

NOTE: The care tag should not fold over.

The Garmin logos should be right-side up.

Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the heart rate monitor.

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

data.

ANT+ Sensors

Monitor).

onto the strap.

on the back

TIP: If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, see the

troubleshooting tips

(Tips for Erratic Heart Rate

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.

• Tighten the strap on your chest.

• Warm up for 5–10 minutes.

• Follow the care instructions

Monitor).

• 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.

Using an Optional Bike Cadence Sensor

You can use a compatible bike cadence sensor to send data to

your device.

• Pair the sensor with your device

• Update your fitness user profile information

User

Profile).

• Go for a ride

(Going for a

Foot Pod

Your device is compatible with the foot pod. You can use the

foot pod to record pace and distance instead of using GPS when

you are training indoors or when your GPS signal is weak. The

foot pod is on standby and ready to send data (like the heart

rate monitor).

After 30 minutes of inactivity, the foot pod powers off to

conserve the battery. When the battery is low, a message

appears on your device. Approximately five hours of battery life

remain.

Foot Pod Calibration

The foot pod is self-calibrating. The accuracy of the speed and

distance data improves after a few outdoor runs using GPS.

Calibrating Your Foot Pod Manually

Before you can calibrate your device, you must pair your device

with the foot pod

(Pairing ANT+

Manual calibration is recommended if you know your calibration

factor. If you have calibrated a foot pod with another Garmin

product, you may know your calibration factor.

Hold

Select Settings > Sensors > Foot Pod > Calibration

Factor.

Adjust the calibration factor:

• Increase the calibration factor if your distance is too low.

• Decrease the calibration factor if your distance is too high.

tempe

The tempe is an ANT+ wireless temperature sensor. You can

attach the sensor to a secure strap or loop where it is exposed

to ambient air, and therefore, provides a consistent source of

accurate temperature data. You must pair the tempe with your

device to display temperature data from the tempe.

Data).

(Caring for the Heart Rate

(Pairing ANT+

Sensors).

(Setting Up Your

Ride).

Sensors).