Can't test Apps

Former Member
Former Member
Hi, i just started coding apps today, (just a small Watch face, background + digital clock)

As far as i can read from the New Developer FAQ:

6. How can I load the apps I develop to my device for testing purposes?

In Eclipse, choose Connect IQ > Build for Device Wizard…
In the Build for Device Tool window:
Choose the project you wish to build
Choose the target device
Set an output location
Click Finish

Connect your device to the computer via USB (it should connect as mass storage and appear as a drive)
Copy the resultant PRG file from the output location to /GARMIN/APPS on your device
Disconnect your device; the app should be available for use


, now well i have my App running nicely in the Simulator, when i export it, i get a .prg file , and i can copy it on the watch.
but after that, i can find it on my watch, like apps i get from the website. furthermore when reconnect my watch wiht my pc, the .prg file is just gone....

Any idea ?

EDIT: found that CIQ_LOG.txt file, and there i see : Signature check failed on file: AT_TEST

so what is this signature test... and how do i make my app pass it...
  • It sounds like you have the beta firmware on your watch. (the whole app signing thing)

    The beta firmware has a bug where you can't sideload apps built with the 1.2.x SDK - you have to build using the 2.1.0 Preview SDK to sideload. You also may not be able to load things from the app store with the beta FW.

    You can go back to the production firmware on your watch and still build with 1.2.x for sideloads. Otherwise, use the 2.1.0 Preview SDK and set up your key.

    Which watch do you have?
  • Former Member
    Former Member over 8 years ago
    Thank you, ya i have the 5.03 beta installed.... but i was able to get a standart app installed with no problems...
    well i guess i just reroll to the 4.70

    let see if that works

    EDIT: It does :) Thank you !!!