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Bluetooth Headphone Compatibility for Garmin Music Watches
Garmin watches are designed for Bluetooth® compatibility with popular headphones, allowing wireless listening to music, podcasts, and audio prompts on compatible models.
Are There Certain Models of Headphones That Garmin Recommends?
Most Bluetooth headphones are compatible with your watch, though features like volume/pause/skip might not work. Performance and range differ between headphones. Refer to the next section if you experience audio problems.
The Audio is Cutting Out On My Bluetooth Headphones. What Can I Do?
If your audio cuts out or headphones disconnect, try these steps based on potential causes:
Watch/Headphone Distance: The Bluetooth receiver location varies in headphones.
Solution: Try wearing your Garmin watch on the opposite wrist.
Body Interference: The Bluetooth signal can be blocked if the headphone receiver is pressed tightly against your body/head.
Solution: Adjust the headphone fit so the receiver isn't snug against you.
Outdated Software: Ensure both devices are up-to-date.
Solution:
Update your headphones' firmware (check manufacturer instructions).
Update your Garmin watch software using Garmin Express™ on a computer.
Multiple Connections: Your headphones might be trying to connect to your phone simultaneously.
Solution: Disable Bluetooth on your phone temporarily, or unpair the headphones from your phone, leaving them paired only with the watch.
Additional Factors
Ensure your headphones are charged, as low battery can cause disconnections. Performance also varies by model; headphones with better receivers work best with your watch. Also note that environmental factors may contribute as Bluetooth signals may be weaker outdoors compared to indoors where signals can bounce off walls.
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