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Viewing Notifications
Before you can view notifications, you must pair the vívosmart 

device with a compatible mobile device.
Select  .
Swipe left or right to scroll through the notifications.
Select a notification.
If necessary, select   to scroll through the contents of the 

notification.

Select   to return to the previous screen.

NOTE: The notification remains on your vívosmart device 

until you view it on your mobile device.

Managing Notifications
You can use your compatible mobile device to manage 

notifications displayed on your vívosmart device.

Select an option:
• If you are using an iOS® device, use the notification center 

settings on your mobile device to select the items to show 

on the device.

• If you are using an Android™ device, use the app settings 

in the Garmin Connect Mobile app to select the items to 

show on the device.

Locating a Lost Mobile Device
You can use this feature to help locate a lost mobile device that 

is paired using Bluetooth wireless technology and currently 

within range.
Hold the touchscreen to view the menu.
Select  .

The vívosmart device begins searching for your paired 

mobile device. Bars appear on the vívosmart device screen 

corresponding to Bluetooth signal strength, and an audible 

alert sounds on your mobile device.

Select   to stop searching.
Turning Off Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Hold the touchscreen to view the menu.
Select   > Turn Off to turn off Bluetooth wireless technology 

on your vívosmart device.
TIP: Refer to the owner's manual for your mobile device to 

turn off Bluetooth wireless technology on your mobile device.

History
Your device keeps track of your daily steps, calories burned, 

sleep statistics, and optional ANT+® sensor information. You can 

send your history to your Garmin Connect account. Your data 

storage depends on how you use your device.

Data Storage Mode
Up to 1 month Activity tracking only.
Up to 3 weeks Activity tracking plus extensive fitness activity use. (For 

example, using a paired heart rate monitor for 1 hour 
per day.)

When the data storage is full, the device deletes the oldest files 

to make room for new data.

Sending Data to Your Mobile Device
Before you can send data to your mobile device, you must pair 

the vívosmart device with a compatible mobile device (Mobile 

Setup).
Your device synchronizes with the Garmin Connect Mobile app 

periodically. You can also send data to your mobile device at 

any time.
Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of your mobile device.
Hold the touchscreen to view the menu.
Select 

.

View your data in the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
Sending Data to Your Computer
Before you can send data to your computer, you must download 

the Garmin Express setup software (Computer Setup).
Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.
Hold 

 on the touchscreen until you see 

.

The device enters mass storage mode.

Follow the on-screen instructions.
View your data on your Garmin Connect account.

Garmin Connect
You can connect with your friends on your Garmin Connect 

account. Garmin Connect gives you the tools to track, analyze, 

share, and encourage each other. Record the events of your 

active lifestyle including runs, walks, rides, swims, hikes, 

triathlons, and more. To sign up for a free account, go to 

www.garminconnect.com/start.
Track your progress: You can track your daily steps, join a 

friendly competition with your connections, and meet your 

goals.

Store your activities: After you complete and save an activity 

with your device, you can upload that activity to your Garmin 

Connect account and keep it as long as you want.

Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information 

about your activity, including time, distance, heart rate, 

calories burned, and customizable reports.
NOTE: Some data requires an optional accessory such as a 

heart rate monitor.

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.

Manage your settings: You can customize your device and 

user settings on your Garmin Connect account.

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.

Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor
NOTE: 
If you do not have a heart rate monitor, you can skip this 

task.
NOTE: The device may cause chafing when used for long 

periods of time. To alleviate this issue, apply an anti-friction 

lubricant or gel to the center of the module where it contacts 

your skin.

NOTICE

Do not apply anti-friction gel or lubricant on the electrodes.
Do not use gels or lubricants that contain sunscreen.

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.

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