quick start manual FORERUNNER® 210 GPS-ENABLED SPORTS WATCH
Important Information warning Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. notice The Forerunner® is waterproof to IEC Standard 60529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be certain to wipe dry and air dry the unit before using or charging.
2. Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet. 3. Align all four contacts on the back of the Forerunner with the four posts on the charging clip ➊. 4. Charge the Forerunner completely. When the Forerunner is fully charged, the animated battery on the screen is solid ( ). ➊ When you connect the Forerunner to a power source, the Forerunner turns on, and the charging screen appears.
Keys Each key has multiple functions. page/ menu OK * Press to switch between the time of day, timer, and heart rate pages. Press and hold to open the menu. Press to select menu options and acknowledge messages. *OK, , and or a message. appear with a menu Icons light Press to turn on the backlight. Press to search for a compatible weight scale. Press and hold to turn the device on and off. start/stop Press to start and stop the timer. * lap/ reset 4 Press to scroll through menus and settings.
Locating Satellite Signals It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals. 1. If necessary, press page to view the locating satellites page. 2. Go outdoors to an open area. 3. Wait while the Forerunner searches for satellites. Do not begin your activity until the locating satellites page disappears. The time of day is set automatically. Putting on the Heart Rate Monitor note: If you do not have a heart rate monitor, you can skip this task.
TIP: If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you may have to tighten the strap on your chest or warm up for 5–10 minutes. After you put on the heart rate monitor, it is on standby and ready to send data. When the heart rate monitor is paired, a appears solid message appears, and on the screen. Installing the Foot Pod note: If you do not have a foot pod, you can skip this task. The foot pod is on standby and ready to send data as soon as you install it or move it. 1.
Going for a Run Before you can record history, you must locate satellite signals (page 5) or pair your Forerunner with a foot pod. 3. Tie your shoelaces securely to keep the foot pod from shifting during your workout. 4. Snap the foot pod into the lace clip. Installing Under the Insole note: Your compatible shoe has a pocket under the insole. You may need to remove a foam insert before installing the foot pod. 1. Lift the insole of the shoe. 2.
Run History The Forerunner can save approximately 180 hours of run history with typical use. When the Forerunner memory is full, your oldest data is overwritten. Viewing a Run The run history displays the date, time of day, distance, run time, calories, and average pace or speed. The run history can also include average heart rate data if you are using the heart rate monitor. 1. Press and hold menu. 2. Select History. 3. Use and to scroll through your saved runs. 4. Press OK to view lap information.
4. Follow the instructions included with the software. About the Battery warning This product contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Forerunner Battery Life Battery Life* 1 week Forerunner Use You are training for 45 minutes per day with GPS. The Forerunner is in power save mode for the remaining time. Up to 3 You are using the weeks Forerunner in power save mode the entire time.
Getting the Owner’s Manual 1. Go to www.garmin.com/intosports. 2. Select your product. 3. Click Manuals. Registering Your Device Help us better support you by completing our online registration today: • Go to http://my.garmin.com. • Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. 10 Getting More Information You can find more information about this product on the Garmin Web site. • Go to www.garmin.com/intosports. • Go to www.garmin.com /learningcenter. • Go to http://buy.garmin.
Contacting Garmin Product Support You can contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions about this product. • In the USA, go to www.garmin .com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. • In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000. • In Europe, go to www.garmin.com /support and click Contact Support for in-country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241.
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