Fitbit Zip Versa User manual

User Manual
Version 1.3

Table of Contents
Get Started 7
What's in the box 7
What's in this manual 7
Set up Fitbit Versa 9
Charge Versa 9
Set up with your phone or tablet 11
Set up with your Windows 10 PC 11
Connect to Wi-Fi 12
Sync data to your Fitbit account 12
Wear Versa 13
Placement for all-day wear vs exercise 13
Handedness 14
Change the wristband 15
Remove a wristband 15
Attach a wristband 16
Basics 17
Navigate Versa 17
Basic navigation 17
Button Shortcuts 19
Adjust settings 21
Check battery level 23
Set up device lock 23
Turn off the screen 24
Care for Versa 25
Use Versa without your phone 25
Apps and Clock Faces 26
Open apps 26
Organize apps 26
Remove apps 26
Update apps 27
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Download additional apps 27
Change the clock face 28
Notifications 29
Set up notifications 29
See incoming notifications 29
Manage notifications 30
Turn off notifications 31
Receive calendar notifications 31
Answer or reject phone calls 32
Respond to messages 33
Timekeeping 34
Set a silent alarm 34
Dismiss or snooze a silent alarm 35
Time events with the stopwatch 35
Set a timer 36
Activity and Sleep 37
See your stats 37
Track a daily activity goal 39
Choose a goal 39
See goal progress 39
Track your hourly activity 39
Track your sleep 40
Set a sleep goal 40
Set a bedtime reminder 40
Learn about your sleep habits 41
See your heart rate 41
Adjust your heart rate setting 41
Practice guided breathing 42
Fitness and Exercise 44
Track your exercise automatically 44
Track and analyze exercise with the Exercise app 45
GPSrequirements 45
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Track an exercise 45
Check your stats during exercise 47
Customize your exercise settings 47
Check your workout summary 49
Check your heart rate 49
Default heart-rate zones 49
Custom heart-rate zones 51
Work out with Fitbit Coach 51
Share your activity 52
Track your cardio fitness score 52
Music and Podcasts 53
Connect Bluetooth headphones or speakers 53
Listen to personal music and podcasts 54
Add music and podcasts with your Windows 10 PC 54
Add music and podcasts with your Mac 56
Control music with Versa 58
Choose the music source 58
Control music 59
Use Pandora on Versa (United States only) 59
Use Deezer on Versa 61
Fitbit Pay 63
Use credit and debit cards 63
Add credit and debit cards 63
Make purchases 64
Change your default card 66
Weather 67
Check the weather 67
Add or remove a city 67
Restart, Erase, and Update 68
Restart Versa 68
Erase Versa 68
Update Versa 68
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Troubleshooting 70
Heart-rate signal missing 70
GPS signal missing 70
Can't connect to Wi-Fi 71
Unexpected behavior 72
General Info and Specifications 73
Sensors 73
Materials 73
Wireless Technology 73
Haptic feedback 73
Battery 74
Memory 74
Display 74
Wristband size 74
Environmental conditions 74
Learn more 75
Return policy and warranty 75
Regulatory and Safety Notices 76
USA:Federal Communications Commission(FCC) statement 76
Canada:Industry Canada (IC)statement 77
European Union (EU) 78
Australia/New Zealand 79
China 79
Indonesia 80
Israel 81
Mexico 81
Morocco 81
Nigeria 81
Philippines 82
Serbia 82
South Korea 82
Taiwan 83
United Arab Emirates 85
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Zambia 85
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Get Started
Welcome to Fitbit Versa, an all-day companion that lasts 4+days and uses
personalized insights, music, and more to help you reach your goals. Take a
moment to review our complete safety information at
http://www.fitbit.com/safety.
What's in the box
Your Versa box includes:
Watch with small wristband
(color and material varies) Charging cradle Additional large band (color and material varies)
Versa's detachable wristbands come in a variety of colors and materials, sold
separately.
What's in this manual
We'll explain how to create a Fitbit® account and make sure your watch can
transfer the data it collects to your dashboard. The dashboard is where you'll set
goals, analyze historical data, identify trends, log food and water, keep up with
friends, and much more. As soon as you're done setting up Versa, you're ready to
start moving.
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Next, we'll explain how to find and use the features that interest you and how to
adjust your preferences. For more information, tips, and troubleshooting, browse
our comprehensive help content at help.fitbit.com.
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Set up Fitbit Versa
For the best experience, use the Fitbit app for iOS, Android, or Windows 10. If you
don’t have a smartphone or tablet, you can also use a Bluetooth-enabled Windows
10 PC.
Your Fitbit account asks for information such as height, weight, and gender in order
to calculate your stride length and to estimate distance, basal metabolic rate, and
calorie burn. When you set up your account, your name and photos are visible to all
other Fitbit users. You have the option to share other information, but most of the
information you provide is private by default.
Charge Versa
A fully chargedVersa has a battery life of up to 4+ days. Battery life and charge
cycles vary with use and other factors; actual results will vary.
To charge Versa:
1. Plug the charging cradle into the USBport on your computer or a UL-certified
USB wall charger.
2. The charging cradle uses a spring clip to hold Versa in place while charging.
Pinch the spring clip and place Versa in the charging cradle. The pins on the
charging cradle must align with the gold contacts on the back of the watch.
The connection is secure when the percent charged appears on screen.
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While the watch charges, tap the screen to check the battery level. Tap the screen
twice to use Versa while it charges.
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Set up with your phone or tablet
The free Fitbit app is compatible with more than 200 devices that support iOS,
Android, and Windows 10 operating systems.
To get started:
1. Find the Fitbit app in one of the locations below, depending on your device. If
you're unsure if the Fitbit app is compatible with your phone or tablet, see
http://www.fitbit.com/devices.
lApple App Store for iOSdevices such as an iPhone or iPad.
lGoogle Play Store for Android devices such as the Samsung Galaxy S6
and Motorola Droid Turbo 2.
lMicrosoft Store for Windows 10 devices such as the Lumia phone or
Surface tablet.
2. Install the app. If you don't have an account with the store, you must create
one before you can download the app.
3. When the app is installed, open it and tap Join Fitbit to be guided through a
series of questions that help you create your Fitbit account, or log in to your
existing account.
4. Continue following the on-screen instructions to connect, or "pair," Versa to
your phone or tablet. Pairing makes sure the watch and phone or tablet can
communicate with one another (sync data back and forth).
When you're done pairing, read through the guide to learn more about your new
watch and then explore the Fitbit dashboard.
Set up with your Windows 10 PC
If you don't have a smartphone, you can set up and sync Versa using a Bluetooth-
enabled Windows 10 PC and the Fitbit app.
To get the Fitbit app for your computer:
1. Click the Start button on your PC and open the Microsoft Store.
2. Search for "Fitbit app". After you find it, click Free to download the app to
your computer.
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3. If you've never downloaded an app to your computer, you'll be prompted to
create an account with the Microsoft Store.
4. Click Microsoft account to sign in with your existing Microsoft account. If you
don't already have an account with Microsoft, follow the on-screen instructions
to create a new account.
5. When the app is installed, open it and tap Join Fitbit to be guided through a
series of questions that help you create your Fitbit account, or log in to your
existing account.
6. Continue following the on-screen instructions to connect, or "pair,"Versa to
your computer. Pairing makes sure the watch and computer can communicate
with one another (sync data back and forth).
When you're done pairing, read through the guide to learn more about your new
watch and then explore the Fitbit dashboard.
Connect to Wi-Fi
During setup, you're prompted to connect Versa to your Wi-Fi network. Versa uses
Wi-Fi to more quickly download playlists and apps from the Fitbit App Gallery, and
for faster OS updates.
Versa can connect to open, WEP, WPA personal, and WPA2 personal Wi-Fi
networks. Your watch won't connect to 5GHz, WPA enterprise, or public Wi-Fi
networks that require logins, subscriptions, or profiles. If you see fields for a
username or domain when connecting to the Wi-Fi network on a computer, the
network isn't supported.
For best results, connect Versa to your home or work Wi-Fi network. Make sure you
know the network password before connecting.
For more information about how to connect Versa to Wi-Fi, see help.fitbit.com.
Sync data to your Fitbit account
Regularly sync Versa with the Fitbit app to transfer data to your dashboard. The
dashboard is where you'll track your progress, see exercise history, track your sleep
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patterns, log food and water, identify trends, participate in challenges, and much
more. We recommend syncing at least once a day.
The Fitbit app uses Bluetooth Low Energy technology to sync data with Versa and
to update apps installed on your watch.
Each time you open the Fitbit app, Versa syncs automatically when it's nearby.
Versa also syncs with the app periodically if All-Day Sync is on. To turn on this
feature:
From the Fitbit app dashboard, tap or click the Account icon ( ) >Versa tile
>All-Day Sync.
You can also use the Sync Now option in the app at any time.
Wear Versa
PlaceVersa around your wrist. The side of the watch marked with "fitbit"should be
on the bottom of your wrist. If you need to attach a different size wristband, or if
you purchased an accessory wristband, you'll find instructions in "Change the
wristband" on page15.
Placement for all-day wear vs exercise
When you're not exercising, wear Versa a finger's width below your wrist bone.
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For optimized heart-rate tracking while exercising, keep these tips in mind:
lTry wearing Versa higher on your wrist during exercise for an improved fit
and more accurate heart-rate reading. Many exercises, such as bike riding or
weight lifting, cause you to bend your wrist frequently, which can interfere
with the heart-rate signal if the watch is lower on your wrist.
lMake sure the watch is in contact with your skin.
lDon't wear your watch too tight; a tight band restricts blood flow, potentially
affecting the heart-rate signal. However, the watch should be slightly tighter
(snug but not constricting)during exercise than during all-day wear.
lWith high-intensity interval training or other activities where your wrist is
moving vigorously and non-rhythmically, the movement may limit the
sensor's ability to provide a heart-rate reading. If your watch doesn't show a
heart-rate reading, try relaxing your wrist and staying still briefly (about 10
seconds). You should see a heart-rate reading.
Handedness
For greater accuracy, you must specify whether you wear Versa on your dominant
or non-dominant hand. Your dominant hand is the one you use for writing and
eating. By default, the Wrist setting is set to non-dominant. If you wear Versa on
your dominant hand, change the Wrist setting in the Fitbit app.
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Change the wristband
Versa comes with a small wristband attached and an additional large bottom band
in the box. Boththe top and bottom bands can be swapped with accessory bands,
sold separately. For wristband measurements, see "Wristband size" on page74.
Remove a wristband
To remove the wristband:
1. Turn Versa over and find the quick-release lever—there's one on each end
where the band meets the frame.
2. To release the band, push the quick-release lever inward.
3. Gently pull the band away from the watch to release it.
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4. Repeat on the other side.
Attach a wristband
To attach a wristband:
1. Slide the pin (the side opposite the quick-release lever)into the notch on the
watch. The band with the clasp attaches to the top of the watch.
2. While pressing the quick-release lever inward, slide the other end of the band
into place.
3. When both ends of the pin are inserted, release the quick-release lever.
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Basics
Learn how to manage Versa's settings, set a personal PIN code, navigate the screen,
and more.
Navigate Versa
Versa has a touch screen with a colored LCDand three buttons:back, top, and
bottom.
Navigate Versa by tapping the screen, swiping side to side and up and down, or by
pressing the buttons. To preserve battery, Versa's screen turns off when not in use.
To turn it on, double-tap the screen or press any button.
Basic navigation
The home screen is the clock. On the clock:
lSwipe down to see notifications.
lSwipe up to see your daily tips and stats.
lSwipe left to scroll through the apps installed on your watch.
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To open an app, swipe to find the app and then tap it. For more information on how
to manage apps, see help.fitbit.com.
Button Shortcuts
Press and hold the buttons on Versa for a faster way to use Fitbit Pay (on Fitbit Pay-
enabled watches), control music, see notifications, and open apps. Versa shows
notifications as they come in and also saves them so you can check later.
Music Controls, Fitbit Pay, and Settings
To access music controls, use Fitbit Pay, turn on or turn off notifications, or change
your screen wake setting, press and hold the back button:
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Swipe right to access music controls. For more information on music controls, see
"Control music with Versa" on page58.
On FitbitPay-enabled watches, the middle screen is used to make contactless
payments. For more information on making payments, see "Use credit and debit
cards" on page63.
Swipe left to access the quick settings screen. On the quick settings screen:
lWhen Screen Wake is set to Auto, you can turn your wrist towards you to turn
the screen on.
lWhen Notifications is set to On, Versa displays notifications from your phone.
For more information on how to manage notifications, see "Notifications" on
page29.
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