The Garmin Fenix 6 guide: 16 tips for settings, maps, music, battery, data screens and Connect IQ

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The Garmin Fenix 6 guide: 16 tips for settings, maps, music, battery, data screens and Connect IQ

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JR's Reviews

Күн бұрын

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@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

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@FiddlingwithmyWhistle 2 жыл бұрын

You convinced me... I bought a Fenix 6 Pro question, have you ever tried the marine maps ?? the garmin web site says that the VEU722L-Europe Atlantic Coast and VEU723L-Southern Europe work on the Fenix 6 Pro. but they are both g3 Vision and are around £350 and cover a large area, looks like you can get BlueChart g3 and g3 Vision, the g3 is cheeper (less stuff on the maps, but I can't see half the Vision stuff working on the watch anyway) also you can get 'smaller' area BlueChart g3 and g3 Vision maps for a lot less. Anyone know any thing about the marine maps, there must be loads of people that sail inland lakes and rivers, that have bought the Fenix 6 as a cheap chartplotter alternative

@Lkapse Жыл бұрын

Hello! I'm wondering If you could help me with my problem according to synchronization on app Connect Garmin. I'm trying to add training from the list to my watch Fenix 6 Pro but there appears notification that it will be added after synchro will be done, which is already done and I have no idea what's the problem with it.

@tonyd981 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent guide - just spent 90 mins pausing the video whilst I sorted out my new watch with all your great tips- top man, much appreciated from down in sunny South Australia

@harrisongibbons9807 3 жыл бұрын

SA too 💪

@vuhuynh7960 3 жыл бұрын

SA bruhz

@bennevis6843 4 жыл бұрын

I bought mine the other day most expensive thing I have ever owned, it’s an amazing piece of kit especially the maps tracking during walks or runs.

@hamishpimm1064 3 жыл бұрын

U are a mountian

@Redridge07 3 жыл бұрын

car?

@toad3222 2 жыл бұрын

Same lol, my bank flagged the purchase because of how much it was

@philfyphil 2 жыл бұрын

Just got my Fenix 6X Pro, thanks a lot John, this is extremely useful.

@Hanna-yn5ou 2 жыл бұрын

This was the best tutorial about the Fenix 6! Mine was behaving a bit strangely and just tried to access music when I pressed the Down button. Great tips about the Data views and getting alternative maps. I'm just getting started with my new Fenix 6S and am a bit overwhelmed. (PS - you have wonderful eyes! :) )

@simonh2011 4 жыл бұрын

For some reason you remind me of Hank from Breaking Bad 😂 Great vid tho mate helped me a lot

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Others have said the same

@smallville8865 4 жыл бұрын

That’s it!!!! Been trying to figure out who he reminded me of!! Thank you!! 😄

@talsophos 4 жыл бұрын

Haha. Hanks younger brother for sure.

@999study 4 жыл бұрын

Same here

@b4ds33d 4 жыл бұрын

you haven't actually watched Breaking Bad have you Simon?

@SmartwatchLabs 2 жыл бұрын

Nice tips. Thanks. Fenix 6 Pro is a great watch. Been using one for more then 400 days.

@dtrjones 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of great advice here. I'm new to the Garmin and just bought my Fenix so the tips are very welcome! Didn't even know there was a middle menu button. Unfortunately, my only criticism is that for a complete newbie like myself you've not explained satisfactorily where the settings are, I've had to spend a few minutes to figure it out which isn't impossible but that assistance would have been welcome for somebody not familiar with Garmin watches. Other than that, this video is super helpful, thank you!

@chrisgore77 4 жыл бұрын

WiFi is actually used to sync the music. I’m not aware of a way to do that without WiFi. Pretty solid review man! I enjoy your content.

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

You are 100% and I should have said that. In previous devices it would also upload data to Garmin connect. Thanks for watching and the appreciation

@PetrFaitl 4 жыл бұрын

Notwithstanding that the latest software update came no doubt over wi-fi too. 18/10/19. Ha no cables required.

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Agree, but you can. Still turn it off when you don’t need it

@Miamibeachlifestyle 3 жыл бұрын

Just got my watch on sale thank you for not trying to force us to sub, like or join your patron page or put in 100 ads or make a 45 minute video rambling like every other KZfaqr on here. Straight to the point useful and well produced video, Should be required viewing for every new owner. You Sir have truly earned my subscription and other informed consumers. happy holidays.

@maxtsim6459 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Tips and even for other Fenix user as well. Most of them are applicable to Fenix 5 Plus and are very good advice.

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

@KiloDBravo 4 жыл бұрын

I really like this device but wouldn't it be nice if you were able to go through all these settings via PC or Mac using the Garmin connect app then syncing the watch to the app. It seems a bit labor intensive using the device only to set up initially.

@rsm1161 3 жыл бұрын

You can

@yeaahnaah393 2 жыл бұрын

I set mine up mostly with the app on my phone

@prwong80 3 жыл бұрын

I love the watch. I had a Fenix 3 HR and don’t change watches frequently. This watch will be a great last me long.

@jessechapman6633 3 жыл бұрын

Seriously great information about the watch in good detail as well keep up the good work pal

@vladimirtuzinsky8997 3 жыл бұрын

Really good video. I just got Fenix 6 Pro as a gift. It's so handy to see how setup so many options. Thank you very much, pal.

@calummclean8928 2 жыл бұрын

Great video again. I bought a Fenix 5 a couple of year back based on your video, and today I just used your Amazon link to purchase the Fenix 6 Pro. Thanks again for the very helpful video's!

@gary8397 Жыл бұрын

I had the emergency feature activated. One day I rode over a big pump and leaned down to check my chain hadn't come off. The watch thought I had fallen off and started to phone my contact. It does give you a chance to cancel it before it dials. Which I did. I was impressed it had worked.

@_Matsimus_ 4 жыл бұрын

Great video buddy 👍🇬🇧

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@specs1halo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this great video , helped alot

@KellySikorski 4 жыл бұрын

This is probably the best Fenix 6 review I have found on KZfaq. Thanks

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

🙏 thank you

@Steven_Williams 3 жыл бұрын

Getting my Fenix 6S Pro delivered today. Thanks for the tips.

@yashkulkarni1055 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you in the peaks today! Used my Garmin to track it. Great Video bro :)

@JRsReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to meet you! Sorry I was not very chatty, I am a little shy

@tonyblake7318 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. I like the pace you go at. Most reviews of products go too fast and make it hard to follow.

@taylorklein2378 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! One thing I would add, and you kind of mentioned it during the bit about customizing the first activity screen, is that the home screen is customizable! I'm sure most Garmin users know this, but it is a great feature!

@NZkumarasoup 2 жыл бұрын

How do you customize the first activity screen?

@RaimoLehtinen 2 жыл бұрын

Today I just bought that watch. Good video ... thanks🙂👍

@MrEjones78 3 жыл бұрын

It is an overall great guide video, however, I really wanted to know how the notifications work, what apps work with it, how you choose apps , and if it works with outlook. Although you showed how to turn them off because you don't like them, I really need this feature for my Job.

@davidlittle4443 6 ай бұрын

Thanks this is really helpful

@tennsimpson8907 4 жыл бұрын

Smart notifications are very useful!

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Not for me, just a personal preference

@Miamibeachlifestyle 3 жыл бұрын

It sucks really coming from galaxy watch There’s a big difference.

@Amdamguy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! I had my F6 for the last year. I stumbled across this video. I watched it thinking ‘maybe there is something i can learn”. Helped me with a problem. How to make a sport profile that is not on the list! ie stretch! Thank you

@user-yc4hd4hb5j Жыл бұрын

Great session, very informative, and very well communicated

@chrispearman 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one, very useful tip, especially around the HR details and tightening the strap. I’ve come from an AW6 and am finding the HR data which i presume drives info like calories very sporadic.

@moual-shamlan4238 3 жыл бұрын

You're awesome. Thank you!

@johnmanley4528 4 жыл бұрын

Nice summary guide John. Garmin battery estimates are a bit deceptive. For the Va4 it gives this: Battery life: up to 8 days in smartwatch mode; up to 6 hours in GPS and music mode. You are not going to get 8 days if you also use 6 hours GPS/music and have other things enabled (notifications, etc...). But, the way they phrase it, I read that as you can have both as they put it in the same sentence.

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree!

@edigeirgaliev3920 3 ай бұрын

thanks for the video

@warrior3130 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video review appreciated your time and thorough presentation. I just bought one 6X Pro Solar. Happy New 2021 Year mate.

@DanielZiedins 4 жыл бұрын

Love this Guide! Super helpful! Been enjoying my Garmin Fenix 6X such a great watch!

@Blackirish__ 4 жыл бұрын

Do you rate it highly?

@DanielZiedins 4 жыл бұрын

@@Blackirish__ I wouldn't say its life changing.. but if you really love the look of it than its great! i mostly got it for how it looks! :)

@peterjanbo657 4 жыл бұрын

I just got it. A little heavy but I hope I'll grow into it 😁💖

@janchristoffersen1328 3 жыл бұрын

A good informative video. The problem is only that when you say keep your profile updated. My rest heart rate has been 30 for 8-9 months now, every morning i have to go in and set the rest heart rate to use average. The useless software team at Garmin is aware of this, but seems unfortunately unable to correct the problem.

@peakbagger7682 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. Is the Fenix 6 capable of doing off-trail navigation from one waypoint to another? I am referring to the Garmin's Foretrex 601's ability to use "Turns." That is the GPS will tell you to turn either left or right by so many degrees to be on course and show you a compass face at the same time.

@marwanrazzouk 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you it’s very helpful

@birddogdoc 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful thanks

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@dianemayer1669 3 жыл бұрын

very good would like a basic on what each button does and how to go back to original watch face if make a error

@Mark-OutWest 4 жыл бұрын

Good guide. As a new owner I would argue turning off software updates. Let those who like to live in the bleeding edge be your guinea pig. I'll keep my watch safe until I know for sure it's good. Reddit's your friend.

@tallllus 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the video thanks.

@lindathompson2106 3 жыл бұрын

Good overview as there is so much to this watch.

@khunhap3890 2 жыл бұрын

Smart Watch !

@Lalo_Runs 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought this watch, wow i cant believe it released 2 years ago

@shinakuma2774 3 жыл бұрын

Great Vid! I should have watched you tube straight up... then let everything overwhelm me. Great tips.. Filled in most of my knowledge gap! Thanks :-)

@grant575mixmaster 4 жыл бұрын

one of the best Garmin 6 walk-throughs

@nikhoward 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one. Very useful. Thank you

@grahamgraham3962 6 ай бұрын

Whats the best and quickest way to change the time on your watch if you are moving through various different time zones on a three week holiday

@jemr 4 жыл бұрын

Best review I’ve seen to date.

@blackdigdog77 4 жыл бұрын

Really great, answered my question. Going to buy one.

@austriker 3 жыл бұрын

This is great, my question is which GPS settings should I use?

@Oskar_CII Жыл бұрын

Gracias por subtitular en español! Buen vídeo 👌

@aidanmccarthy7406 14 күн бұрын

⁠ does it have a built in solar panel for changing under the sun

@iliepirvu3319 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@myworldmytimes7632 3 жыл бұрын

Great video helped a lot thanks

@jb6027 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great tips!

@KentMatsueda 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use the mobile Garmin Connect app to update maps? Or is that only done via the desktop Garmin Express apps?

@Lily7-n6o 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant advice thanks

@christopherharris933 Ай бұрын

Who do you recommend for a 3rd party maps?

@electraatom Жыл бұрын

Great video thank you. Can link which map app you used please?

@atulsankhe5041 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video . Thanks for the tips .

@darkwhorse 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. Thanks!👍👍👍👍

@garywindsor5127 2 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks. You mentioned third party maps. Do you have examples and recommendations please?

@jasoneman8318 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review.. I just switched from Samsung galaxy watch to the garmin fenix 6 I can honestly say that the garmin will be alot better than Samsung especially for battery life and has alot for exercising Samsung watches just sucks so Thanks

@gregebel3842 3 жыл бұрын

Got my Fenix 6 Sapphire yesterday from prime days using dollars I got from using my Fenix 3 so it was free. Thanks for all of the great information. Do you have a video showing how to create your own watch face? Thought I would like to try doing that.

@sadiq2518 2 жыл бұрын

Hello.. what is meant by the phrase describing the Garmin 6X Pro watch? Operating system ((Proprietary OS))

@MasterOfMisc 4 жыл бұрын

Good tips. Great video.

@rob_h_7 2 жыл бұрын

Will the watch display reminders from my iPhone as notifications?

@hoffmancapote 3 жыл бұрын

Great well presented video

@TheAusdesi 4 жыл бұрын

Good practical tips

@oliviahung5120 5 ай бұрын

I just bought a Garmin Fenix 6S, not knowing that it does not have Maps function! is there a way to get maps to navigate GPS trails for hiking?

@johnjo149 3 жыл бұрын

Greta video

@GyulaJentetics 3 жыл бұрын

Useful video 📹👍👌😀

@giovannipassinetti4894 3 жыл бұрын

Is this the fenix 6 base model?

@mikehammer6130 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you learned something mew

@Pablito17101969 2 жыл бұрын

Great video ... I just got the Fenix 6 Sapphire after I lost my Fenix 5. The reason I lost it was that the quick fit connection came undone while I was windsurfing and my Fenix 5 is now somewhere at the bottom of a lake. Do you know if there are any wrist bands for sale without the quick fit system? Would appreciate some input.

@adriankelly_edinburgh 2 жыл бұрын

A late reply (I've only just bought my Fenix 6x Sapphire)... You would be able to use a NATO-style strap with the Fenix 6 after removing the stock one. A well-known online retailer sells some that would be suitable that don't use the Garmin quick fit system but do require unscrewing the pins on the watch to fit the strap. Just make sure you get the correct width for your model.

@Sagothh 3 жыл бұрын

Great video... Thank u!

@VDM87 11 ай бұрын

Of course it uses more energy the more the screen changes because it's a type of screen called electronic-ink display which only uses energy when something changes, it doesn't use energy when the image is static.

@sammelgaard 4 жыл бұрын

This is really helpful. Thank you.

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@midasbaba 4 жыл бұрын

excellent video ..!! Can you please advise how to update the golf app my local golf course layout has been updated ..Thanks

@z15crasal 3 жыл бұрын

Great overview!

@MrJamesisrad 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpfull! Thanks for the post!

@EssexLadOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Down to earth good honest video. Thanks 👍👍

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Tugger4me1 2 жыл бұрын

I have been looking at one of these for Erg rowing?

@SmartwatchLabs 2 жыл бұрын

Indoor rowing is one of the activities. Which data points are you looking for?

@Tugger4me1 2 жыл бұрын

@@SmartwatchLabs distance, total time, split time, spm, hr, cals as a minimum

@SmartwatchLabs 2 жыл бұрын

@@Tugger4me1 i checked one of my indoor rows. Stokes and stoke rate get recorded but not distance. Calories also are visible.

@Tugger4me1 2 жыл бұрын

@@SmartwatchLabs Thnx for reply, is that just one app you use? I am hoping my gym get a new concept 2 with pm5 display and it will record more info via concept app.

@leemuz73 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, just got fenix 6x pro, I've gone into bike fitness mode but carnt back up to the list of activities, please could you advise, thanks Lee

@mrclever7998 4 жыл бұрын

Great job

@foetor 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought the Marq Athlete and I will use those tips as soon at it will arrive, thank you!

@pkoeniger 3 жыл бұрын

Expert!

@sandracole3295 6 ай бұрын

Hi, any idea why my pool swim activity won't transfer to garmin connect, other activities are downloading fine and other issues, I've turned watch and connect off and restarted both but nothing, the is showing on the watch

@mickmckigney4177 4 жыл бұрын

Good range of tips and advice. Thanks.

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@owenbutcher1954 3 жыл бұрын

Well PRESENTED

@gregjetnikoff7124 2 жыл бұрын

The Fenix 6 does not support music. Only the 6 pro models

@SmartwatchLabs 2 жыл бұрын

Thats correct. I have the pro version and syncing from spotify is a quite nice feature

@arnadalijagic9412 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. Anyone, is there any decent presentation of the Garmin Fenix 6 base model?

@suryakurnia3826 2 жыл бұрын

Does Garmin Fenix 6 have training effect feature?

@oscarpalacios22 4 жыл бұрын

I've seen so many blue backlight fenix watches that I think it's the most numerous display, I hope the next version will be built only with black backlight

@pradanakusuma 4 жыл бұрын

The sapphire version is what u are looking for, its more crispt

@banog42 4 жыл бұрын

Great video very clear and informative

@JRsReviews 4 жыл бұрын

Philip Williams thank you

@Jakeaway Жыл бұрын

Hi JR, late to the video but great info. Which GPS settings are most accurate for the UK? I only ask I sometimes get some dodgy readings when running. Thanks