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    							fēnix
    ™
     2
    Owner’s Manual
    March 2014190-01730-00_0APrinted in Taiwan 
    						
    							All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Garmin. Garmin reserves the 
    right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such 
    changes or improvements. Go to 
    www.garmin.com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use of this product.
    Garmin®, the Garmin logo, Auto Lap®, Auto Pause®, TracBack®, and Virtual Partner® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. ANT+™, BaseCamp™, chirp™, fēnix™, Garmin Connect™, Garmin Express™, HRM-Run™, tempe™, Vector™, and VIRB™ are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin.
    The Cooper Institute®, as well as any related trademarks, are the property of The Cooper Institute. Firstbeat® and Anayzed by Firstbeat are registered or unregistered trademarks of Firstbeat Technologies Ltd. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Garmin is under license. Mac® is a trademark of Apple Inc. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
    This product is ANT+™ certified. Visit www.thisisant.com/directory for a list of compatible products and apps. 
    						
    							Table of Contents
    Introduction....................................................................1
    Charging the Device..................................................................1
    Keys...........................................................................................1
    Locking the Keys...................................................................1
    Viewing the Data Pages.............................................................1
    Starting an Activity.....................................................................1
    Stopping an Activity...................................................................1
    Support and Updates.................................................................1
    Setting Up Garmin Express...................................................2
    Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks ...................................2
    Waypoints..................................................................................2
    Creating a Waypoint..............................................................2
    Navigating to a Waypoint......................................................2
    Finding a Waypoint by Name................................................2
    Changing the Search Area....................................................2
    Editing a Waypoint................................................................2
    Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location..................2
    Projecting a Waypoint...........................................................2
    Deleting a Waypoint..............................................................2
    Deleting All Waypoints..........................................................2
    Routes........................................................................................2
    Creating a Route...................................................................2
    Editing the Name of a Route.................................................2
    Editing a Route......................................................................2
    Viewing a Route on the Map.................................................2
    Deleting a Route...................................................................3
    Reversing a Route................................................................3
    Tracks........................................................................................3
    Saving a Track......................................................................3
    Creating a Track from a Saved Activity.................................3
    Viewing Details about the Track............................................3
    Deleting a Track....................................................................3
    Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly....................................3
    Garmin Adventures....................................................................3
    Navigation.......................................................................3
    Navigating to a Destination........................................................3
    Navigating with Sight 'N Go.......................................................3
    Compass....................................................................................3
    Navigating Using the Compass.............................................3
    Map............................................................................................4
    Panning and Zooming the Map.............................................4
    Navigating To Your Starting Point..............................................4
    Altimeter and Barometer............................................................4
    Marking and Starting Navigation to a Man Overboard 
    Location
    .....................................................................................4
    Geocaches......................................................................4
    Downloading Geocaches...........................................................4
    Navigating to a Geocache..........................................................4
    Logging the Attempt...................................................................4
    chirp™........................................................................................4
    Finding a Geocache with a chirp Device...............................4
    Activities.........................................................................4
    Skiing.........................................................................................4
    Going Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding...............................4
    Viewing Your Ski Runs..........................................................5
    Hiking.........................................................................................5
    Going for a Hike....................................................................5
    Running......................................................................................5
    Going for a Run.....................................................................5
    Biking.........................................................................................5
    Going for a Ride....................................................................5
    Swimming..................................................................................5
    Going for a Pool Swim..........................................................5
    Going for an Open Water Swim............................................5
    Swim Terminology.................................................................6
    Multisport...................................................................................6
    Starting a Multisport Activity..................................................6
    Editing a Multisport Activity...................................................6
    Workouts....................................................................................6
    Following a Workout From the Web......................................6
    Starting a Workout................................................................6
    Indoor Activities..........................................................................6
    Starting an Indoor Activity.....................................................6
    Using History..............................................................................6
    Training...........................................................................6
    Garmin Connect.........................................................................6
    Setting Up Your User Profile......................................................7
    Fitness Goals........................................................................7
    About Heart Rate Zones.......................................................7
    About Lifetime Athletes.........................................................7
    Running Dynamics.....................................................................7
    Training with Running Dynamics...........................................7
    Running Dynamics Data and Gauges...................................8
    Tips for Missing Running Dynamics Data.............................8
    About VO2 Max. Estimates........................................................8
    Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate..........................................8
    VO2 Max. Standard Ratings.................................................8
    Recovery Advisor.......................................................................9
    Turning On the Recovery Advisor.........................................9
    Viewing Your Recovery Time................................................9
    About Training Effect.................................................................9
    Viewing Your Predicted Race Times.........................................9
    Using Virtual Partner®...............................................................9
    Applications.................................................................10
    Clock........................................................................................10
    Setting the Alarm.................................................................10
    Changing the Alarm Clock Sound.......................................10
    Starting the Countdown Timer............................................10
    Using the Stopwatch...........................................................10
    Adding a Custom Time Zone..............................................10
    Editing a Custom Time Zone...............................................10
    Calculating the Size of an Area................................................10
    Viewing the Almanacs..............................................................10
    VIRB Remote...........................................................................10
    Controlling a VIRB Action Camera......................................10
    Customizing Your Device............................................10
    Activity Settings........................................................................10
    Customizing the Data Pages...............................................11
    Alerts...................................................................................11
    Using Auto Pause...............................................................12
    Auto Lap®...........................................................................12
    UltraTrac.............................................................................12
    3D Speed and Distance......................................................12
    Sensors Settings......................................................................12
    Compass Settings...............................................................12
    Altimeter Settings................................................................13
    Bluetooth® Connected Features..............................................13
    Pairing Your Smartphone with Your fēnix 2 Device............13
    General Settings......................................................................13
    Display Settings..................................................................13
    Time Settings......................................................................13
    Changing the Units of Measure...........................................13
    System Settings.......................................................................13
    Customizing the Hot Key.....................................................14
    Map Settings.......................................................................14
    Position Format Settings.....................................................14
    Customizing the Main Menu................................................14
    Table of Contents i 
    						
    							Resetting the Device to Factory Settings.................................14
    ANT+ Sensors..............................................................14
    Pairing ANT+ Sensors.............................................................14
    tempe.......................................................................................14
    Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor...........................................14
    Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data..........................................15
    Foot Pod..................................................................................15
    Setting the Foot Pod Mode.................................................15
    Foot Pod Calibration...........................................................15
    Using an Optional Bike Cadence Sensor.................................16
    Device Information.......................................................16
    Viewing Device Information.....................................................16
    Device Care.............................................................................16
    Cleaning the Device............................................................16
    Specifications...........................................................................16
    Battery Information..............................................................16
    Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor............................................16
    HRM-Run Specifications..........................................................16
    User Replaceable Batteries.....................................................16
    Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery..........................16
    Data Management...................................................................17
    File Types............................................................................17
    Disconnecting the USB Cable.............................................17
    Deleting Files......................................................................17
    Troubleshooting.......................................................................17
    Resetting Your Device........................................................17
    Maximizing the Battery Life.................................................17
    Getting More Information....................................................17
    Appendix.......................................................................17
    Data Fields...............................................................................17
    Software License Agreement...................................................19
    Index..............................................................................20
    iiTable of Contents 
    						
    							Introduction
     WARNING
    See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the 
    product box for product warnings and other important 
    information.
    Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program.
    Charging the Device
    NOTICE
    To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.
    The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery that you  can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your 
    computer.
    1Plug the USB end of the cable into the AC adapter or a computer USB port.
    2Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.
    3Align the left side of the charging cradle À with the groove on the left side of the device.
    4Align the hinged side of the charger Á with the contacts on the back of the device.
    When you connect the device to a power source, the device turns on.
    5Charge the device completely.
    Keys
    ÀLIGHTSelect to turn the backlight on and off.Hold to turn the device on and off or to lock the keys.ÁSTARTSTOPSelect to start or stop an activity.Select to choose an option in a menu.ÂBACKLAPSelect to return to the previous page.Select to record a lap or a rest during an activity.ÃDOWNSelect to scroll through the data pages, options, messages, and settings.Select to read a long message or notification.Hold to mark a waypoint.
    ÄUPMENUSelect to scroll through the data pages, options, messages, and settings.Select to dismiss a short message or notification.Hold to view the main menu.
    Locking the Keys
    You can lock the keys to prevent inadvertent key presses.
    1Select the data page you want to view while the keys are locked.
    2Hold LIGHT for two seconds, and select Lock to lock the keys.
    3Hold LIGHT for two seconds to unlock the keys.
    Viewing the Data Pages
    Customizable data pages allow you to quickly access real-time data from internal and connected sensors. When you start an activity, additional data pages appear.
    From the time of day page or any data page, select UP or DOWN to cycle through the data pages.
    Starting an Activity
    When you start an activity that requires GPS, GPS turns on automatically. When you stop the activity, GPS turns off, and the device returns to low-power mode.
    1Select START.
    2Select an activity.
    3If necessary, follow the on-screen instructions to enter additional information.
    4If necessary, wait while the device connects to your ANT+™ sensors.
    5If the activity requires GPS, go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
    6Select START to start the timer.
    NOTE: The device does not record your activity data until you start the timer.
    Stopping an Activity
    NOTE: Some options are not available for some activities.
    1Select STOP.
    2Select an option:
    •To reset your activity, select Reset.
    This resets the timer and clears all recorded data since you started the activity.
    •To record a lap, select Lap.
    •To follow your track back to the starting point of your 
    activity, select TracBack.
    •To resume your activity, select Resume.
    •To save the activity and return to low-power mode, select Save.
    •To discard the activity and return to low-power mode, 
    select Discard.
    •To suspend your activity and resume at a later time, 
    select Resume Later.
    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
    Introduction 1 
    						
    							•Product manuals
    •Software updates
    •Map updates
    •Vehicles, voices, and other extras
    Setting Up Garmin Express
    1Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
    2Go to www.garmin.com/express.
    3Follow the on-screen instructions.
    Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks
    Waypoints
    Waypoints are locations you record and store in the device.
    Creating a Waypoint
    You can save your current location as a waypoint.
    1Hold DOWN.
    2Select an option:
    •To save the waypoint without changes, select Save.
    •To make changes to the waypoint, select Edit, make 
    changes to the waypoint, and select Save.
    Navigating to a Waypoint
    1Select START > Navigate > Waypoints.
    2Select a waypoint.
    Finding a Waypoint by Name
    1Select START > Navigate > Waypoints > Spell Search.
    2Select UP, DOWN, and START to enter all or part of the waypoint name.
    3Select Done.
    4Select the waypoint.
    Changing the Search Area
    1Select START > Navigate > Waypoints > Search Near.
    2Select an option:
    •To search near a waypoint, select Waypoints.
    •To search near a city, select Cities.
    •To search near your current location, select Current Loc.
    Editing a Waypoint
    Before you can edit a waypoint, you must create a waypoint.
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Waypoints.
    3Select a waypoint.
    4Select Edit.
    5Select an item to edit, such as the name.
    6Select UP, DOWN, and START to enter characters.
    7Select Done.
    Increasing the Accuracy of a Waypoint Location
    You can refine a waypoint location for more accuracy. When averaging, the device takes several readings at the same location and uses the average value to provide more accuracy.
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Waypoints.
    3Select a waypoint.
    4Select Average Loc..
    5Move to the waypoint location.
    6Select Start.
    7Follow the on-screen instructions.
    8When the confidence reaches 100%, select Save.
    For best results, collect four to eight samples for the waypoint, waiting at least 90 minutes between samples.
    Projecting a Waypoint
    You can create a new location by projecting the distance and bearing from your current location to a new location.
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select Tools > Project Waypoint.
    3Follow the on-screen instructions.
    The projected waypoint is saved with a default name.
    Deleting a Waypoint
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Waypoints.
    3Select a waypoint.
    4Select Delete > Yes.
    Deleting All Waypoints
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select Settings > System > Reset > All Waypoints.
    Routes
    A route is a sequence of waypoints or locations that leads you to your final destination.
    Creating a Route
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Routes > Create New.
    3Select First Point.
    4Select a category.
    5Select the first point on the route.
    6Select Next Point.
    7Repeat steps 4–6 until the route is complete.
    8Select Done to save the route.
    Editing the Name of a Route
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Routes.
    3Select a route.
    4Select Rename.
    5Select UP, DOWN, and START to enter characters.
    6Select Done.
    Editing a Route
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Routes.
    3Select a route.
    4Select Edit.
    5Select a point.
    6Select an option:
    •To view the point on the map, select Map.
    •To change the order of the point on the route, select Move Up or Move Down.
    •To insert an additional point on the route, select Insert.
    The additional point is inserted before the point you are editing.
    •To add a point to the end of the route, select Next Point.
    •To remove the point from the route, select Remove.
    Viewing a Route on the Map
    1Hold MENU.
    2 Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks  
    						
    							2Select User Data > Routes.
    3Select a route.
    4Select View Map.
    Deleting a Route
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Routes.
    3Select a route.
    4Select Delete > Yes.
    Reversing a Route
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Routes.
    3Select a route.
    4Select Reverse.
    Tracks
    A track is a recording of your path. The track log contains information about points along the recorded path, including time, location, and elevation for each point.
    The device records a track automatically during any activity that uses GPS. When you save an activity that uses GPS, the device saves the track as part of the activity.
    Saving a Track
    1After you have completed an activity that uses GPS, select STOP > Save.
    2Create a track from the saved activity (Creating a Track from 
    a Saved Activity).
    Creating a Track from a Saved Activity
    You create a track from a saved activity. This allows you to share your track wirelessly with other compatible Garmin devices.
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select History > Activities.
    3Select an activity.
    4Select Save as Track.
    Viewing Details about the Track
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Tracks.
    3Select a track.
    4Select View Map.
    The beginning and the end of the track are marked by flags.
    5Select BACK > Details.
    6Select UP and DOWN to view information about the track.
    Deleting a Track
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Tracks.
    3Select a track.
    4Select Delete > Yes.
    Sending and Receiving Data Wirelessly
    Before you can share data wirelessly, you must be within 3 m (10 feet) of a compatible Garmin device.
    Your device can send or receive data when connected to another compatible device. You can share waypoints, geocaches, routes, and tracks wirelessly.
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Share Data > Unit to Unit.
    3Select Send or Receive.
    4Follow the on-screen instructions.
    Garmin Adventures
    You can create adventures to share your journeys with family, 
    friends, and the Garmin community. Group related items together as an adventure. For example, you can create an adventure for your latest hiking trip. The adventure could contain the track log of the trip, photos of the trip, and geocaches you hunted. You can use BaseCamp™ to create and manage your adventures. For more information, go to http://adventures.garmin.com.
    Navigation
    You can navigate to a route, track, waypoint, geocache, or any saved location in the device. You can use the map or the compass to navigate to your destination.
    Navigating to a Destination
    You can navigate to waypoints, tracks, routes, geocaches, POIs, and GPS coordinates. You can also navigate using TracBack® or Sight 'N Go.
    1Select START > Navigate.
    2Select a type of destination.
    3Follow the on-screen prompts to select a destination.
    The device displays information about your next waypoint.
    4Select UP or DOWN to view additional navigation data pages 
    (Viewing the Data Pages).
    Navigating with Sight 'N Go
    You can point the device at an object in the distance, such as a 
    water tower, lock in the direction, and then navigate to the 
    object.
    1Select START > Navigate > Sight 'N Go.
    2Point the top mark on the bezel at an object.
    3Select START > Set Course.
    4Navigate using the compass (Navigating Using the 
    Compass
    ).
    5Select DOWN to view the map (optional).
    Compass
    The device has a 3-axis compass with automatic calibration. The compass features and appearance change depending on 
    your activity, whether GPS is enabled, and whether you are 
    navigating to a destination. You can manually change the compass settings (Compass Settings).
    Navigating Using the Compass
    You can use the compass to navigate to your next waypoint.
    1While navigating, select DOWN to view the compass page.
    The two tick marks at the edge of the screen act as a bearing pointer, which indicates the direction to your next waypoint.
    2Point the painted mark above the device screen in the direction you are facing.
    The painted mark indicates your heading, or your direction of travel.
    Navigation 3 
    						
    							3Orient yourself so that the bearing pointer aligns with the 
    painted mark on the device.
    4Travel in that direction until you reach your destination.
    Map
     represents your location on the map. As you travel, the icon moves and leaves a track log (trail). Waypoint names and symbols appear on the map. When you are navigating to a destination, your route is marked with a line on the map.
    •Map navigation (Panning and Zooming the Map)
    •Map settings (Map Settings)
    Panning and Zooming the Map
    1While navigating, select UP to view the map.
    2Hold MENU.
    3Select Pan/Zoom.
    4Select an option:
    •To toggle between panning up and down, panning left and right, or zooming, select START.
    •To pan or zoom the map, select UP and DOWN.
    •To quit, select BACK.
    Navigating To Your Starting Point
    You can navigate back to the starting point of your track or activity along the path you traveled. This feature is available only for activities that use GPS.
    During an activity, select STOP > TracBack.
    Your current location À, track to follow Á, and end point  appear on the map.
    Altimeter and Barometer
    The device contains an internal altimeter and barometer. The device collects altimeter and barometer data continuously, even in low-power mode. The altimeter displays your approximate elevation based on pressure changes. The barometer displays environmental pressure data based on the fixed elevation where the altimeter was most recently calibrated (Altimeter Settings).
    Marking and Starting Navigation to a Man 
    Overboard Location
    You can save a man overboard (MOB) location, and automatically start navigation back to it.
    TIP: You can customize the hold function of the DOWN key to 
    access the MOB function quickly (Customizing the Hot Key).
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select Tools > MOB.
    Geocaches
    A geocache is like a hidden treasure. Geocaching is when you hunt for hidden treasures using GPS coordinates posted online by those hiding the geocache.
    Downloading Geocaches
    1Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.
    2Go to www.garmin.com/geocaching.
    3If necessary, create an account.
    4Sign in.
    5Follow the on-screen instructions to find and download geocaches to your device.
    Navigating to a Geocache
    Before you can navigate to a geocache, you must download a geocache to your device. Go to www.garmin.com/geocaching for more information.
    Navigating to a geocache is like navigating to any other location (Navigating to a Destination).
    Logging the Attempt
    After you have attempted to find a geocache, you can log your results.
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select User Data > Geocache > Log Attempt.
    3Select Found, Did Not Find, or Unattempted.
    4Select an option:
    •To begin navigation to a geocache nearest you, select Find Next.
    •To end the logging, select Done.
    chirp™
    A chirp is a small Garmin accessory that is programmed and left in a geocache. You can use your device to find a chirp in a geocache. For more information about the chirp, see the chirp Owner's Manual at www.garmin.com.
    Finding a Geocache with a chirp Device
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select Settings > Sensors > chirp.
    3Select START > Navigate > Geocache.
    4Wait while the device locates satellites.
    5Select a geocache, and select chirp to show chirp details while you are navigating.
    6Select Go, and navigate to the geocache (Navigating to a 
    Destination).
    When you are within 10 m (33 ft.) of the geocache that contains a chirp device, a message appears.
    Activities
    Your device can be used for a variety of outdoor, athletic, and fitness activities. When you start an activity, the device displays and records sensor data about your activity. You can save activities and share them with the Garmin Connect™ community.
    The device functions differently depending on your activity. For example, data pages, recorded data, and menu options may appear differently based on your activity.
    Skiing
    Going Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding
    Before you go skiing or snowboarding, you should charge the 
    device completely (Charging the Device).
    1Select START > Ski-Board.
    2Wait while the device locates satellites.
    3Select START to start the timer.
    History is recorded only while the timer is running.
    4Start your activity.
    4 Geocaches 
    						
    							The auto run feature is turned on by default. This feature 
    automatically records new ski runs based on your movement.
    The Auto Pause® feature is turned on by default (Using Auto 
    Pause). The timer pauses when you stop moving downhill and when you board the chairlift.
    5If necessary, start moving downhill to restart the timer.
    6After you complete your activity, select STOP > Save.
    Viewing Your Ski Runs
    Your device records the details of each skiing or snowboarding run. You can view run details from the paused screen or while the timer is running.
    1Start a skiing or snowboarding activity.
    2Hold MENU.
    3Select View Runs.
    4Select UP and DOWN to view details of your last run, your current run, and your total runs.
    The run screens include time, distance traveled, maximum speed, average speed, and total descent.
    Hiking
    Going for a Hike
    Before you go for a hike, you should charge the device 
    completely (Charging the Device).
    1Select START > Hike.
    2Wait while the device locates satellites.
    3Start hiking.
    The device records a track while you hike.
    4When you want to take a break or pause the device from 
    tracking, select STOP > Resume Later.
    The device saves the status of your hike and enters low power mode.
    5Select START > Resume to resume tracking.
    6After you complete your hike, select STOP > Save.
    Running
    Going for a Run
    Before you go for a run, you should charge the device 
    completely (Charging the Device). Before you can use an ANT+ sensor for your run, the sensor must be paired with your device (Pairing ANT+ Sensors).
    1Put on your ANT+ sensors, such as a foot pod or heart rate monitor (optional).
    2Select START > Run.
    3Select an option:
    •To use paired ANT+ sensors, wait for the device to connect to the sensors.
    •To skip searching for ANT+ sensors, select Skip.
    4Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
    The timer screen appears.
    5Select START to start the timer.
    6Go for a run.
    7Select LAP to record laps (optional).
    8Select UP and DOWN to view additional data pages (optional).
    9After you complete your run, select STOP > Save to save the run.
    A summary appears.
    Biking
    Going for a Ride
    Before you go for a ride, you should charge the device 
    completely (Charging the Device). Before you can use an ANT+ sensor for your ride, the sensor must be paired with your device (Pairing ANT+ Sensors).
    1Put on your ANT+ sensors, such as a heart rate monitor (optional).
    2Select START > Bike.
    3Select an option:
    •To use paired ANT+ sensors, wait for the device to connect to the sensors.
    •To skip searching for ANT+ sensors, select Skip.
    4Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
    5Select START to start the timer.
    History is recorded only while the timer is running.
    6Start riding.
    7Select UP and DOWN to view additional data pages (optional).
    8After you complete your ride, select STOP > Save.
    Swimming
    NOTICE
    The device is intended for surface swimming. Scuba diving with the device may damage the product and will void the warranty.
    NOTE: The device cannot record heart rate data while swimming.
    Going for a Pool Swim
    Before you go for a swim, you should charge the device 
    completely (Charging the Device).
    1Select START > Swim > Pool.
    2Select your pool size, or enter a custom size.
    3Select START to start the timer.
    History is recorded only while the timer is running.
    4Start swimming.
    The device automatically records swim intervals and lengths.
    5Select UP and DOWN to view additional data pages (optional).
    6When resting, select LAP to pause the timer.
    7Select LAP to restart the timer.
    8After you complete your swim, select STOP > Save.
    Going for an Open Water Swim
    Before you go for a swim, you should charge the device 
    completely (Charging the Device).
    1Select START > Swim > Open Water.
    2Wait while the device locates satellites.
    3Select START to start the timer.
    History is recorded only while the timer is running.
    4Start swimming.
    Activities 5 
    						
    							5Select LAP to record an interval (optional).
    6Select UP and DOWN to view additional data pages (optional).
    7After you complete your swim, select STOP > Save.
    Swim Terminology
    Length: One trip down the pool.
    Interval: One or more lengths. A new interval starts after you rest.
    Stroke: A stroke is counted every time your arm wearing the device completes a full cycle.
    Swolf: Your swolf score is the sum of the time for one length and the number of strokes for that length. For example, 30 seconds plus 15 strokes equals a swolf score of 45. Swolf is a measurement of swimming efficiency and, like golf, a lower score is better.
    Multisport
    Triathletes, duathletes, and other multisport competitors can take advantage of the multisport activity. During a multisport activity, you can transition between activities and continue to view your total time and distance. For example, you can switch from biking to running and view your total time and distance for biking and running throughout the multisport activity.
    You can customize a multisport activity, or you can use the default multisport activity set up for a standard triathlon.
    Starting a Multisport Activity
    1Select START > Multisport > START.
    2Wait while the device locates satellites.
    3Select START to start the timer.
    History is recorded only while the timer is running.
    4Start your first activity.
    5Select LAP to transition to the next activity.
    If transitions are turned on, the transition time is recorded separately from the activity times.
    6If necessary, select LAP to start the next activity.
    7Select UP and DOWN to view additional data pages (optional).
    8After you complete your last activity, select STOP > Save.
    Editing a Multisport Activity
    1Select START > Multisport > DOWN.
    2Select an activity.
    3Repeat step 2 until the multisport activity is complete.
    4Select Done.
    5Select Yes to turn transitions on or No to turn transitions off.
    If transitions are turned on, the transition time is recorded separately from the activity times.
    Workouts
    You can create custom workouts that include goals for each workout step and for varied distances, times, and calories. You can create workouts using Garmin Connect or select a training 
    plan that has built-in workouts from Garmin Connect, and transfer them to your device.
    You can schedule workouts using Garmin Connect. You can plan workouts in advance and store them on your device.
    Following a Workout From the Web
    Before you can download a workout from Garmin Connect, you 
    must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect).
    1Connect the device to your computer.
    2Go to www.garminconnect.com/workouts.
    3Create and save a new workout.
    4Select Send to Device, and follow the on-screen instructions.
    5Disconnect the device.
    Starting a Workout
    Before you can start a workout, you must download a workout  from Garmin Connect.
    1Select START > Workout.
    2Select a workout.
    3If necessary, select an activity type.
    4Select START.
    After you begin a workout, the device displays each step of the workout, the target (optional), and current workout data.
    Indoor Activities
    The fēnix 2 device can be used for training indoors, such as running on an indoor track or using a stationary bike.
    GPS is turned off for indoor activities. When running with GPS turned off, speed, distance, and cadence are calculated using the accelerometer in the device. The accelerometer is self-calibrating. The accuracy of the speed, distance, and cadence data improves after a few outdoor runs using GPS.
    Starting an Indoor Activity
    1Select START > Indoor.
    2Select an activity.
    3Wait while the device connects to your ANT+ sensors.
    4Select START to start the timer.
    History is recorded only while the timer is running.
    5Start your activity.
    Using History
    History contains previous activities you have saved on your device.
    1Hold MENU.
    2Select History.
    3Scroll up and down to view your saved activities.
    4Select an activity.
    5Select an option:
    •To navigate the path you traveled for the activity, select Go.
    •To view additional information about the activity, select Details.
    •To view the activity on the map, select View Map.
    •To navigate in reverse the path you traveled for the 
    activity, select TracBack.
    •To save the activity as a track for navigation, select Save 
    as Track (Creating a Track from a Saved Activity).
    •To delete the selected activity, select Delete.
    Training
    Garmin Connect
    You can 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, rides, swims, hikes, triathlons, and more. To sign up for a free account, go to www.garminconnect.com/start.
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