Garmin Instinct Solar - Surf Edition Owners Manual - Page 29
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NOTE: Make sure the band is secure. The latch should close over the watch pin. 4 Repeat the steps to change the other band. Troubleshooting My device is in the wrong language You can change the device language selection if you have accidently selected the wrong language on the device. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Scroll down to the last item in the list, and press GPS. 3 Scroll down to the second to last item in the list, and press GPS. 4 Press GPS. 5 Select your language. Is my smartphone compatible with my device? The Instinct Solar Surf device is compatible with smartphones using Bluetooth technology. Go to www.garmin.com/ble for compatibility information. My phone will not connect to the device If your phone will not connect to the device, you can try these tips. • Turn off your smartphone and your device, and turn them back on again. • Enable Bluetooth technology on your smartphone. • Update the Garmin Connect app to the latest version. • Remove your device from the Garmin Connect app and the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone to retry the pairing process. • If you bought a new smartphone, remove your device from the Garmin Connect app on the smartphone you intend to stop using. • Bring your smartphone within 10 m (33 ft.) of the device. • On your smartphone, open the Garmin Connect app, select or , and select Garmin Devices > Add Device to enter pairing mode. • From the watch face, hold MENU, and select Settings > Phone > Pair Phone. Can I use my Bluetooth sensor with my watch? The device is compatible with some Bluetooth sensors. The first time you connect a sensor to your Garmin device, 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. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > Sensors & Accessories > Add New. 3 Select an option: • Select Search All. • Select your sensor type. You can customize the optional data fields (Customizing the Data Screens, page 18). Restarting Your Device 1 Hold CTRL until the device turns off. 2 Hold CTRL to turn on the device. Resetting All Default Settings You can reset all of the device settings to the factory default values. 1 Hold MENU. 2 Select Settings > System > Reset. 3 Select an option: • To reset all of the device settings to the factory default values and delete all user-entered information and activity history, select Delete Data and Reset Settings. • To reset all of the device settings to the factory default values and save all user-entered information and activity history, select Reset Default Settings. Acquiring Satellite Signals The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals. The time and date are set automatically based on the GPS position. TIP: For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com /aboutGPS. 1 Go outdoors to an open area. The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky. 2 Wait while the device locates satellites. It may take 30-60 seconds to locate satellite signals. Improving GPS Satellite Reception • Frequently sync the device to your Garmin Connect account: ◦ Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable and the Garmin Express application. ◦ Sync your device to the Garmin Connect app using your Bluetooth enabled smartphone. While connected to your Garmin Connect account, the device downloads several days of satellite data, allowing it to quickly locate satellite signals. • Take your device outside to an open area away from tall buildings and trees. • Remain stationary for a few minutes. The temperature reading is not accurate Your body temperature affects the temperature reading for the internal temperature sensor. To get the most accurate temperature reading, you should remove the watch from your wrist and wait 20 to 30 minutes. You can also use an optional tempe external temperature sensor to view accurate ambient temperature readings while wearing the watch. Maximizing the Battery Life You can do several things to extend the life of the battery. Troubleshooting 25