RunningAHEAD - Topic: HR strap batteries

Get Gone

posted: 7/5/2008 at 11:35 AM

Anybody have an idea how long a battery in the 305's HR strap lasts? Mine's about 2 years old and it doesn't maintain connection with the watch. It'll come and go. I'm guessing it's probably a weak battery so while I'm out today I'll get a replacement to see if that fixes it. I just thought it'd last longer than 2 years.

Berner

posted: 7/5/2008 at 2:24 PM

I've gone through a number of batteries on my 305 and other HR monitors, and its more like 6-12 months depending on the frequency of use.

How To Run a Marathon: Step 1 - start running. There is no Step 2.

ndippon

Non ducor, duco.

posted: 7/6/2008 at 12:55 PM

Is there a trick to replacing the batteries? I replaced my battery with the correct new one (i checked the manual) and now it doesn't work. I tried clicking my heels and then jumping up and down, but no workie. Ideas?

Wingz

Professional Noob

posted: 7/6/2008 at 12:58 PM

Quote from ndippon on 7/6/2008 at 12:55 PM:

Is there a trick to replacing the batteries? I replaced my battery with the correct new one (i checked the manual) and now it doesn't work. I tried clicking my heels and then jumping up and down, but no workie. Ideas?

Maybe it's in upside down? Maybe your new battery's a dud?

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ndippon

Non ducor, duco.

posted: 7/6/2008 at 1:13 PM

I will get another new battery bc I have tried it each and every way. Evil grin

Bonkin

posted: 7/6/2008 at 2:37 PM

Quote from ndippon on 7/6/2008 at 1:13 PM:

I will get another new battery bc I have tried it each and every way.

Did you go to the menus to let it "re find" the HR monitor?

When it’s all said and done, will you have said more than you’ve done?

Berner

posted: 7/6/2008 at 2:55 PM

Quote from Bonkin on 7/6/2008 at 2:37 PM:

Did you go to the menus to let it "re find" the HR monitor?

+1. I usually have to re-sync the strap with the 305 when I change the battery.

How To Run a Marathon: Step 1 - start running. There is no Step 2.

RunnerKSA

posted: 7/6/2008 at 5:09 PM

I just went through this. You have to re-synchronize the watch and the strap. I had to call garmin, but somewhere on the watch there is a command for it. I figured this out AFTER I ordered a whole new strap/chest sensor.

Out there running since dinosaurs roamed the earth

Bonkin

posted: 7/6/2008 at 8:24 PM

I just tested it too, it definitely "un-synchs" when you remove the battery. To re-sync: Hit Mode to get to the main menu. Hit Settings. Hit General. Hit Accessories. Hit Heart Rate Monitor. Arrow down and highlight "Restart Scan". Hit Enter. You're done.

When it’s all said and done, will you have said more than you’ve done?

ndippon

Non ducor, duco.

posted: 7/6/2008 at 10:46 PM

COOL! Thanks all!

marathonmanleto

Marathonmanleto

posted: 7/7/2008 at 9:17 AM

Hey thanks guys. I just replaced battery and same "deadness" occurred. Considered calling Garmin, but haven't gotten around to it.

ndippon

Non ducor, duco.

posted: 7/7/2008 at 9:34 AM
modified: 7/7/2008 at 9:35 AM

I went to actually do this today and my watch is DEADER than Elvis. It wont do ANYTHING. Evil grin

It was connected to the charger properly and the charger is plugged in. The battery charging message wont even come up.

Berner

posted: 7/7/2008 at 9:42 AM
modified: 7/7/2008 at 9:43 AM

Quote from ndippon on 7/7/2008 at 9:34 AM:

I went to actually do this today and my watch is DEADER than Elvis. It wont do ANYTHING. It was connected to the charger properly and the charger is plugged in. The battery charging message wont even come up.

Try a reboot: press the mode and the lap/reset button simultaneously for a few seconds. Then press the power button.

How To Run a Marathon: Step 1 - start running. There is no Step 2.

ndippon

Non ducor, duco.

posted: 7/7/2008 at 9:48 AM

Tah-Dah! Thanks. Why do they make a stupid manual and then dont include this stuff!

RunnerKSA

posted: 7/7/2008 at 10:28 AM

That was my gripe. I'm pretty good with technology, and I searched online AND read the manual and couldn't find anything about the Scan.

Out there running since dinosaurs roamed the earth

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