Garmin Forerunner 255 Music Owners Manual - Page 88
Record VO2 Max., Power Save Timeout
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GPS: Sets the satellite system to use for the activity (GPS Settings, page 84). Lane Number: Sets your lane number for track running. Lap Key: Enables or disables the BACK button for recording a lap or rest during an activity. Laps: Sets the options for the Auto Lap feature to automatically mark laps. The Auto Distance option marks laps at a specific distance. When you complete a lap, a customizable lap alert message appears. This feature is helpful for comparing your performance over different parts of an activity. Lock Device: Locks the buttons during a multisport activity to prevent inadvertent button presses. Metronome: Plays tones or vibrates at a steady rhythm to help you improve your performance by training at a faster, slower, or more consistent cadence. You can set the beats per minute (bpm) of the cadence you want to maintain, beat frequency, and sound settings. Pool Size: Sets the pool length for pool swimming. Power Averaging: Controls whether the watch includes zero values for bike power data that occur when you are not pedaling. Power Save Timeout: Sets the power-save timeout length for how long your watch stays in training mode, for example, when you are waiting for a race to start. The Normal option sets the watch to enter low-power watch mode after 5 minutes of inactivity. The Extended option sets the watch to enter low-power watch mode after 25 minutes of inactivity. The extended mode can result in shorter battery life between charges. Record Temperature: Records the ambient temperature around the watch during certain activities. Record VO2 Max.: Enables VO2 max. recording for trail run and ultra run activities. Rename: Sets the activity name. Rep Counting: Enables or disables rep counting during a workout. The Workouts Only option enables rep counting during guided workouts only. Repeat: Enables the Repeat option for multisport activities. For example, you can use this option for activities that include multiple transitions, such as a swimrun. Restore Defaults: Allows you to reset the activity settings. Running Power: Allows you to record running power data and customize the settings (Running Power Settings, page 58). Runs: Sets the preferences for ski or snowboard runs. You can enable Auto Run to detect runs automatically using the built-in accelerometer. You can also enable the Lap Key and the Lap Alert settings. Self Evaluation: Sets how often you evaluate your perceived effort for the activity (Evaluating an Activity, page 4). Stroke Detection: Enables stroke detection for pool swimming. Transitions: Enables transitions for multisport activities. Vibration Alerts: Enables alerts that notify you to inhale or exhale during a breathwork activity. Workout Videos: Enables instructive workout animations for activities including yoga and Pilates. Animations are available for pre-installed workouts and workouts downloaded from your Garmin Connect account. 80 Customizing Your Watch