Fitbit Zip Force User manual

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Table of Contents
Getting Started .........................................................................................................................................1!
What’s included........................................................................................................ 1!
How to put your Force on......................................................................................... 1!
Setting up Fitbit Force on a computer...........................................................................................3!
Mac & PC Requirements ........................................................................................... 3!
Installing Fitbit Connect on a computer .................................................................... 3!
Mac installation..................................................................................................... 3!
PC Installation....................................................................................................... 3!
Pairing to a computer............................................................................................... 4!
Mac pairing........................................................................................................... 4!
PC pairing ............................................................................................................. 5!
Wireless sync to a computer..................................................................................... 6!
Setting up Fitbit Force on a mobile device ..................................................................................7!
Mobile device requirements ..................................................................................... 7!
Installing the Fitbit App............................................................................................ 7!
iOS pairing ............................................................................................................... 7!
iOS syncing .............................................................................................................. 8!
Manual sync.......................................................................................................... 8!
Real-time dashboard ............................................................................................ 8!
Background sync................................................................................................... 8!
Android pairing...................................................................................................... 10!
Android syncing..................................................................................................... 10!
Tap to sync using Near-Field Communication (NFC)............................................ 11!

Manual sync........................................................................................................ 11!
Background sync................................................................................................. 11!
Using your Force .................................................................................................................................. 12!
Wearing your Force ................................................................................................ 12!
Wearing on your dominant vs. non-dominant wrist ............................................. 12!
Using your Force in wet conditions...................................................................... 12!
Battery life and power ............................................................................................ 12!
Battery life .......................................................................................................... 12!
Charging your Force............................................................................................ 13!
Memory.................................................................................................................. 13!
Tracking with Fitbit Force................................................................................................................ 14!
Tracking goals with Force ...................................................................................... 14!
Tracking sleep with Force....................................................................................... 15!
Tracking sleep on your mobile device ................................................................. 15!
Tracking activities with Force ................................................................................. 16!
Silent Alarms.......................................................................................................................................... 17!
Setting silent alarms from a computer.................................................................... 17!
Setting silent alarms from an iOS device................................................................. 17!
Setting silent alarms from an Android device.......................................................... 18!
Dismissing silent alarms ........................................................................................ 18!
Your Fitbit.com Dashboard.............................................................................................................. 19!
Browser Requirements............................................................................................ 19!
Using your Dashboard............................................................................................ 19!
Logging food, activities, and sleep ...................................................................... 19!
Device info.......................................................................................................... 19!

Managing your Force from Fitbit.com.................................................................. 20!
Updating Fitbit Force.......................................................................................................................... 21!
Updating Force on a computer ............................................................................... 21!
Updating Force on an iOS device ............................................................................ 21!
Updating Force on an Android device ..................................................................... 22!
Fitbit Force General Info & Specifications................................................................................. 23!
Sensors and motors ............................................................................................... 23!
Size and weight...................................................................................................... 23!
Environmental conditions....................................................................................... 23!
Help....................................................................................................................... 24!
Return policy and warranty..................................................................................... 24!
Regulatory and Safety Notices ....................................................................................................... 25!
USA: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement .................................. 25!
Canada: Industry Canada (IC) Statement ................................................................. 26!
EU (European Union):.............................................................................................. 27!
Other ..................................................................................................................... 27!
Safety Statement .................................................................................................... 27!
Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................. 27!
Built-in Battery Precautions .................................................................................... 28!
Disposal and Recycling Information........................................................................ 28!

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Getting Started
What’s included
Your Fitbit Force Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband box includes:
•Force tracker
•Charging cable
•Wireless sync dongle
Force tracker
Charging cable
Wireless sync
dongle
How to put your Force on
1. Put on the wristband so the screen is closest to the outside of your wrist and
facing you.
2. Align both ends of the wristband so they are directly overlapping each other
with the clasp over the two holes that best fit your wrist.

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3. Squeeze both the clasp and the wristband between your thumb and forefinger
until you hear a click.
You’ll know your Force wristband is securely fastened if both ends of the wristband are
fully inserted.
NOTE: If you’re having trouble, try securing the wristband off your wrist to get a feel
for how it securely clasps and then try again on your wrist.

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Setting up Fitbit Force on a computer
Mac & PC Requirements
Software
Mac OS 10.5 or later
Internet Connection
Hardware
USB port
Software
Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8
Internet Connection
Hardware
USB port
Installing Fitbit Connect on a computer
Fitbit Connect is the software application that connects your Force tracker to your
Fitbit.com Dashboard. It is available to download at no cost from Fitbit.com.
NOTE: If you already have Fitbit Connect installed on your computer, you will need to
download the latest version to set up your Force.
Mac installation
1. Go to http://www.fitbit.com/setup.
2. Verify that Mac is highlighted and click the Download Here button below Force.
3. Double-click the .dmg file in your Downloads folder.
NOTE: If the file does not appear on your desktop, search for “Fitbit Connect” using
the Spotlight search feature.
4. Run the Fitbit Connect installation package by double-clicking
Install Fitbit Connect.pkg.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup.
PC Installation
1. Go to http://www.fitbit.com/setup.
2. Verify that PC is highlighted and click the Download Here button below Force.
3. Go to your Downloads folder and double-click the FitbitConnect_Win.exe file.
4. Choose your language and follow the onscreen instructions.

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Pairing to a computer
Once Fitbit Connect is installed on your computer, you can pair your Force to your
account. This will sync your data and allow you to manage device settings.
Mac pairing
1. On the Menu Bar of your Mac, click the Fitbit Connect icon and choose Open
Main Menu.
2. From the Main Menu, select Set Up a New Fitbit Device.
3. Account Setup:
a. Select New to Fitbit to set up your device if you don’t already have a
Fitbit.com account.
b. Select Existing User to log into your existing Fitbit.com account and
replace an existing device with your Force.
NOTE: Only one Fitbit tracker can be paired to an account.
4. Enter or confirm your personal information and click Next. This information
personalizes your Fitbit experience and improves the accuracy of your calorie
burn and distance data. By default this personal information is visible only to
your friends, but you can adjust your privacy settings from your Fitbit.com
account to control what information is shared with others.
5. Choose Force as the device you’re setting up and follow the onscreen
instructions to power on your Force and put on the wristband.
6. Once you’ve inserted the wireless sync dongle, click Continue.
7. Fitbit Connect will search for your Force. Once found, a four-digit number will
appear on your Force screen. Enter this number where prompted and click Next.
If Fitbit Connect can’t find your Force, click Try Again and follow the onscreen
instructions for further help.

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NOTE: If you experience trouble setting up your Force, you can get support at
http://help.fitbit.com.
8. Enter your Force greeting and click Next. The greeting can be a maximum of 8
characters, including letters, numbers, and symbols.
9. You’re all set. Follow the onscreen instructions to see an introduction to your
Force.
PC pairing
1. In the Windows System Tray, right-click the Fitbit Connect icon and choose
Open Main Menu.
2. From the Main Menu, select Set Up a New Fitbit Device.
3. Account Setup:
a. Select New to Fitbit to set up your device if you don’t already have a
Fitbit.com account.
b. Select Existing User to log into your existing Fitbit.com account and
replace an existing device with your Force.
NOTE: Only one Fitbit tracker can be paired to an account.
4. Enter or confirm your personal information and click Next. This information
personalizes your Fitbit experience and improves the accuracy of your calorie
burn and distance data. By default this personal information is visible only to
your friends, but you can adjust your privacy settings from your Fitbit.com
account to control what information is shared with others.

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5. Choose Force as the device you’re setting up and follow the onscreen
instructions to power on your Force and put on the wristband.
6. Once you’ve inserted the wireless sync dongle, click Continue.
7. Fitbit Connect will search for your Force. Once found, a four-digit number will
appear on your Force screen. Enter this number where prompted and click Next.
If Fitbit Connect can’t find your Force, click Try Again and follow the onscreen
instructions for further help.
NOTE: If you experience trouble setting up your Force, you can get support at
http://help.fitbit.com.
8. Enter your Force greeting and click Next. The greeting can be a maximum of 8
characters, including letters, numbers, and symbols.
9. You’re all set. Follow the onscreen instructions to see an introduction to your
Force.
Wireless sync to a computer
Wireless syncing to Fitbit.com is automatic, as long as:
•Your computer is powered on, awake, and connected to the internet
•The wireless sync dongle is plugged in
•Fitbit Connect is installed and running
Your Force tracker will sync whenever it is within 20 feet of your computer.
You can manually sync your Force by clicking on the Fitbit Connect icon, which is
located near the time and date on your computer. Select Sync Now to start the manual
sync.
NOTE: If you experience any trouble syncing your Force with your computer, you can
visit http://help.fitbit.com for further help.