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Watch downloaded stored (wrong) data from Garmin HRM Pro although I was not wearing it - Fenix 6 Pro

Hi all,

I had my Garmin HRM Pro sensor stored in my backpack during a hike. After saving activity that gave me a realistic Recovery training effect (2.0; 0.0), I was not prompted if I wanted to download data from the strap, but the wach (Fenix 6 Pro) did so automatically.

As always, data from HR Sensor not being worn is completely off, (ranging between 155 and 230 bpm).

The incorrect data is reflected in my daily health stats, and seems to have affected Body Battery with a big drop as well.

Any way to recover the data recorded from the watch worn on the wrist? I have read earlier that this cannot be done to have an effect on daily health stats, but maybe only for the activity?

Thanks!

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JonH over 3 years ago +1

I have experienced this when I walk home after going for a run and have the wet HRM-Pro in my backpack. It gave me readings well over 200BPM. I resorted to putting it in Faraday bags(one did not work)…

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0 JonH over 3 years ago

I have experienced this when I walk home after going for a run and have the wet HRM-Pro in my backpack. It gave me readings well over 200BPM. I resorted to putting it in Faraday bags(one did not work). This has worked well for a few walks so far.

0 Former Member over 3 years ago in reply to JonH

solved

0 JonH over 3 years ago in reply to Former Member

This one did not work so well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08KW6CB9Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I added this one and both together seem to work. I have not tried this on its own yet. www.amazon.com/.../ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title

0 Adam-1972 over 3 years ago

Maybe a stupid question but guys.
Why instead of trying to block the signal from the strap stored in backpack you just don’t disable this sensor in your watch settings after you stop use it?

0 trux over 3 years ago in reply to JonH

Ain't you afraid to damage the HRM when transporting in such small pocket? Looks like you have to fold the belt quite tightly. I'd fear it breaks soon, and would rather use a metal box - for example a tea can, where the HRM can be stored safer, without the need to fold the belt tightly. Also, just simply drying it well, and keeping away from wet cloth or towel, may be sufficient.