Garmin Forerunner 920XT Owner's Manual - Page 10

Data Management NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows® 95, 98, Me, Windows NT®, and Mac® OS 10. 3 and earlier. Deleting Files NOTICE If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your device memory contains important system files that should not be deleted. 1 Open the Garmin drive or volume. 2 If necessary, open a folder or volume. 3 Select a file. 4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard. Disconnecting the USB Cable If your device is connected to your computer as a removable drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not necessary to safely disconnect. 1 Complete an action: • For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device. • For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash. 2 Disconnect the cable from your computer. 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. Store your activities: After you complete and save an activity with your device, you can upload that activity to Garmin Connect and keep it as long as you want. Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information about your activity, including time, distance, elevation, heart rate, calories burned, cadence, VO2 max. , running dynamics, an overhead map view, pace and speed charts, and customizable reports. NOTE: Some data requires an optional accessory such as a heart rate monitor. 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. Using Garmin Connect You can upload all of your activity data to Garmin Connect for comprehensive analysis. With Garmin Connect, you can view a 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. Bluetooth Connected Features The Forerunner device has several Bluetooth connected features for your compatible smartphone or mobile device using the Garmin Connect Mobile app. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/ intosports / apps. LiveTrack: Allows friends and family to follow your races and training activities in real time. You can invite followers using email or social media, allowing them to view your live data on a Garmin Connect tracking page. Activity uploads: Automatically sends your activity to Garmin Connect Mobile as soon as you finish recording the activity. Workout and course downloads: Allows you to browse for workouts and courses in Garmin Connect Mobile and wirelessly send them to your device. Social media interactions: Allows you to post an update to your favorite social media website when you upload an activity to Garmin Connect Mobile. Notifications: Displays phone notifications and messages on your Forerunner device. Pairing Your Smartphone with Your Forerunner 1 Go to www.garmin.com/ intosports / apps, and download the Garmin Connect Mobile app to your smartphone. 2 Bring your smartphone within 10 m (33 ft. ) of your Forerunner device. 3 From the Forerunner device, select > Settings > Bluetooth > Pair Mobile Device. 4 Open the Garmin Connect Mobile app, and follow the on- screen instructions to connect a device. The instructions are provided during the initial setup, or can be found in the Garmin Connect Mobile app help. Turning Off Bluetooth Technology • From the Forerunner home screen, select Bluetooth > Status > Off. > Settings > • Refer to the owner's manual for your mobile device to turn off Bluetooth wireless technology. Wi‑Fi Connected Features The Forerunner device has Wi‑Fi connected features. The Garmin Connect Mobile app is not required for you to use Wi‑Fi connectivity. Activity uploads to your Garmin Connect account: Automatically sends your activity to your Garmin Connect account as soon as you finish recording the activity. Workouts and training plans: Allows you to browse for and select workouts and training plans on the Garmin Connect site. The next time your device has a Wi‑Fi connection, the files are wirelessly sent to your device. Software updates: Your device downloads the latest software update when a Wi‑Fi connection is available. The next time you turn on or unlock the device, you can follow the onscreen instructions to install the software update. Setting Up Wi‑Fi Connectivity on Your Forerunner Before you can upload an activity wirelessly, you must have an activity saved to your device, and the timer must be stopped. 1 Go to www.garminconnect.com/ start, and download the Garmin Express™ application. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Wi‑Fi with Garmin Express. TIP: You can register your device at this time. Your device attempts to upload your saved activity to your Garmin Connect account following each activity. You can 6 History