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Discover the Hidden Feature: How to Turn Off Sound on Garmin Forerunner 735XT

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What To Know

  • This is a great option if you want complete silence during your workouts or if you’re in a situation where any sound would be disruptive.
  • If you want to keep the sounds on but reduce their volume, you can adjust the overall sound volume of your Garmin Forerunner 735XT.
  • Can I turn off the sound of my watch beeping when I reach a specific distance or time.

The Garmin Forerunner 735XT is a fantastic running watch, but sometimes the constant beeps and chimes can be distracting, especially during intense workouts or when you’re trying to stay stealthy. If you’re wondering how to turn off sound on your Garmin Forerunner 735XT, you’re in the right place. This guide will walk you through the steps to silence those annoying notifications and create a more peaceful running experience.

Understanding Your Silent Options

The Garmin Forerunner 735XT offers several ways to control sound notifications, allowing you to customize your experience based on your preferences. Here’s a breakdown of the different sound settings you can adjust:

  • Alerts: These are the sounds that your watch makes for various events, such as reaching a specific distance, pace, or time.
  • Notifications: These are the sounds that your watch makes for incoming messages, calls, and other smartphone notifications.
  • Tones: These are the sounds that your watch uses for its general user interface, like menu navigation and button presses.

Turning Off All Sounds

The easiest way to silence your Garmin Forerunner 735XT is to turn off all sounds. This is a great option if you want complete silence during your workouts or if you’re in a situation where any sound would be disruptive.
Here’s how to turn off all sounds on your Garmin Forerunner 735XT:
1. Press the “Up” button to access the main menu.
2. Scroll down to “Settings” and select it.
3. Navigate to “System” and select it.
4. Choose “Sounds”.
5. Select “None” under the “Sound Profile” option.

Customizing Sound Preferences

If you want more control over which sounds are enabled, you can customize your sound settings by adjusting the individual alert, notification, and tone options.
Here’s how to customize your sound settings:
1. Follow steps 1-4 above to access the “Sounds” menu.
2. Select “Alert Tones” to adjust the sounds for various alerts, like reaching a specific distance, pace, or time.
3. Select “Notification Tones” to adjust the sounds for incoming messages, calls, and other smartphone notifications.
4. Select “Tone” to adjust the sounds for general user interface interactions, like menu navigation and button presses.
5. Choose the desired sound option for each category. You can choose from a variety of pre-loaded sounds or select “None” to silence specific notifications.

Disabling Specific Notifications

Sometimes, you might only want to disable certain types of notifications while keeping others enabled. For example, you might want to receive alerts for reaching specific distances but not for incoming calls.
Here’s how to disable specific notifications:
1. Follow steps 1-4 above to access the “Sounds” menu.
2. Select “Alert Tones” to adjust the sounds for various alerts.
3. Select “Notification Tones” to adjust the sounds for incoming messages, calls, and other smartphone notifications.
4. Select the specific notification category you want to disable, such as “Incoming Calls,” “Text Messages,” or “Emails.”
5. Choose “None” to disable the sounds for that specific category.

Adjusting Sound Volume

If you want to keep the sounds on but reduce their volume, you can adjust the overall sound volume of your Garmin Forerunner 735XT.
Here’s how to adjust the sound volume:
1. Press the “Up” button to access the main menu.
2. Scroll down to “Settings” and select it.
3. Navigate to “System” and select it.
4. Choose “Sounds”.
5. Use the “Up” and “Down” buttons to adjust the volume level.

Turning Off Sounds During Workouts

You can also quickly turn off sounds during workouts without having to adjust your settings.
Here’s how to turn off sounds during workouts:
1. Press the “Start/Stop” button to start your workout.
2. While your workout is in progress, press and hold the “Up” button.
3. Select “Sounds”.
4. Choose “None” to silence all sounds for the duration of your workout.

A Silent Symphony: Embracing Quiet Running

By mastering the art of silencing your Garmin Forerunner 735XT, you can create a more peaceful and focused running experience. Whether you’re seeking complete silence during your workouts or simply want to customize your sound preferences, the options are there. Embrace the quiet and enjoy the journey!

Information You Need to Know

1. Can I turn off the sound of my watch beeping when I reach a specific distance or time?
Yes, you can disable the sound of your watch beeping when you reach a specific distance or time by customizing the “Alert Tones” settings. You can choose “None” for the specific alert you want to silence.
2. How can I turn off the sound of incoming notifications from my phone?
You can disable the sound of incoming notifications from your phone by customizing the “Notification Tones” settings. You can choose “None” for the specific notification category you want to silence, such as “Incoming Calls,” “Text Messages,” or “Emails.”
3. Can I use different sounds for different alerts?
Yes, you can use different sounds for different alerts by customizing the “Alert Tones” settings. You can choose from a variety of pre-loaded sounds or upload your own custom sounds.
4. What if I accidentally turn off all sounds and want to turn them back on?
You can easily turn all sounds back on by following the steps above to access the “Sounds” menu and selecting your desired sound profile.
5. Can I adjust the sound volume during a workout?
Yes, you can adjust the sound volume during a workout by pressing and holding the “Up” button, selecting “Sounds,” and then using the “Up” and “Down” buttons to adjust the volume level.

Lindsey

Lindsey is a photographer based in Los Angeles. She has over 10 years of experience as a professional photographer specializing in portraits and events. Lindsey started her career with DSLR cameras but made the switch to Nikon's line of Z mirrorless cameras in 2020. Since then, she has been extensively testing and reviewing Nikon's latest mirrorless cameras like the Z5, Z6, Z7 and Z50 on her blog. Through her writing on lindseyshoots.com, Lindsey aims to help other photographers make the transition from DSLRs to mirrorless. She shares detailed hands-on reviews, comparisons between different mirrorless camera models, tips for beginners, and photo tutorials. When she isn't testing cameras, Lindsey enjoys landscape, street and travel photography. Her work has been published in several magazines and online publications. Lindsey is also a member of the Nikon Professional Services program.
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