Can you use Garmin Vivofit without computer?
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Can you use Garmin Vivofit without computer?
The vivofit series can be used with limited functionality until the setup process is completed using Garmin Connect App.
How do I connect my Garmin Vivofit to my Android?
Your vívofit® 4 device must be paired directly through the Garmin Connect™ app, instead of from the Bluetooth® settings on your smartphone.
- From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the Garmin Connect app .
- Press the device key.
- Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect account:
How do I sync my Vivofit 2 with App?
Synchronizing Your Data with the Garmin Connect Mobile App
- Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of your mobile device.
- Hold the device key until SYNC appears.
- View your current data in the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
Can you sync Garmin Vívofit to multiple devices?
You can pair your vívofit® device with multiple mobile devices. For example, you can pair your vívofit device with a smartphone and a tablet. Install and open the Garmin Connect™ Mobile app on your mobile device (Downloading the Mobile App). Hold the device key until PAIR appears.
Can you use Garmin Vivofit without a phone?
You can turn on the device and use it with limited functionality, until you complete the setup process on a smartphone or computer. Prior to setup, you can use only the step count, auto goal, and move bar.
Can you set up a Garmin watch without a phone?
Most Garmin watches have a GPS receiver built-in and do not require your phone to record GPS activities.
Why is my vivofit not pairing?
Verify that Garmin Connect runs or refreshes in the background. To work, Connect app must remain open in the background. For Apple devices, go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh > and toggle on for Connect. For Android, go to Settings > Apps > Connect > Mobile data & Wi-Fi > toggle on Background data.
How do I pair my Garmin with my Samsung?
Android
- Install Garmin Connect Mobile from the Play Store.
- Place the Instinct in Pairing Mode: Hold Menu to enter the main menu.
- Log into Garmin Connect Mobile on the phone.
- Once Garmin Connect Mobile finds the Instinct, enter the six-digit code displayed on the Instinct to the phone.
Why is my Vivofit not syncing?
How do I add a new device to my Garmin?
Adding a Device to the Garmin Connect App
- From the phone, access the Menu of the Garmin Connect app.
- Scroll down and select Garmin Devices.
- Select Add Device.
- Select your device.
- Place your Garmin device into pairing mode.
- From the Garmin Connect app select Start or Connect it.
How do I use my Garmin watch without a phone?
The Forerunner 235 does have the ability to record and upload data without using a smartphone. Activity data can be synced through a computer using Garmin Express. Visit www.garmin.com/express. Without a phone, the device is unable to use the smart notifications features.
Can I use my Garmin without Garmin Connect?
You’ll need a Garmin device to record activities. Anything else will have to be input manually. So yes, you can use it, but probably won’t do you much good. I started to use Garmin Connect recently when bought Edge 830.
Can you use Garmin without phone?
How do I setup my Garmin Vivofit?
Getting Started
- Go to www.GarminConnect.com/vivofit.
- Select an option:
- Select the device key.
- Follow the instructions on your computer or mobile device to pair your vívofit device and complete the setup process.
What app do you use for Garmin Vivofit 2?
Garmin Connect Mobile app
On the Android device, open the Garmin Connect Mobile app.
