When you see the abbreviation GCM, know that it stands for Garmin Connect Mobile. This is the app on your phone needed to connect to your Garmin watch. This app is required for some Stryd features. Typically, you simply open Garmin Connect on your phone and the issue will go away.
1. What does “Must Sync Watch With GCM On Phone” mean?
You will most likely receive this message when you first open the Stryd Zones data field. To sync your watch you must do the following:
Android instructions:
Open up the Garmin Connect Mobile app
You will see a syncing icon near the top right corner
If this icon is grayed out, you must enable Bluetooth on your phone.
If there is a plus icon instead of a syncing icon, you must connect your watch to your phone.
Tap this icon and your watch will begin to sync with your phone
iOS Instructions:
Open up the Garmin Connect Mobile app
You will see a syncing icon near the top right corner
If this icon is grayed out, you must enable Bluetooth on your phone.
If there is a plus icon instead of a syncing icon, you must connect your watch to your phone.
Tap this icon and your watch will begin to sync with your phone