Garmin FORERUNNER 245 User Manual

Turning On and Off Smartphone Connection Alerts
You can set the Forerunner device to alert you
when your paired smartphone connects and
disconnects using Bluetooth wireless
technology.
NOTE: Smartphone connection alerts are turned
off by default.
1 From the watch face, hold UP.
2 Select Settings > Phone > Alerts.
Viewing the Controls Menu
The controls menu contains options, such as
turning on do not disturb mode, locking the
keys, and turning the device off.
NOTE: You can add, reorder, and remove the
options in the controls menu ( Customizing the
Controls Menu, page 29 ).
1 From any screen, hold LIGHT.
2 Select UP or DOWN to scroll through the options.
Going for a Run
The first fitness activity you record on your device can
be a run, ride, or any outdoor activity. You may need
to charge the device before starting the activity
( Charging the Device, page 34 ).
1 Select START, and select an activity.
2 Go outside, and wait while the device
locates satellites.
3 Select START to start the timer.
4 Go for a run.
NOTE: On a Forerunner 245 Music, hold
DOWN while in an activity to open the music
controls ( Music Playback Controls, page 24 ).
5 After you complete your run, select STOP to
stop the timer.
6 Select an option:
2 Introduction

Garmin FORERUNNER 245 Specifications

General

Display Size	1.2" (30.4 mm) diameter
Display Resolution	240 x 240 pixels
Display Type	Sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)
Weight	38.5 g
GPS Battery Life	Up to 24 hours
Water Rating	5 ATM
Connectivity	Bluetooth, ANT+
Case Size	42.3 x 42.3 x 12.2 mm
Music Storage	Up to 500 songs
Compatibility	iPhone, Android
Notifications	Yes
Battery Life	Up to 7 days in smartwatch mode
Sensors	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, heart rate monitor, Compass, Accelerometer
Music	Yes (Forerunner 245 Music model)