User Documentation: GBeat Watch App Integration with Fitness On Demand (FOD)

The GBeat watch app now integrates seamlessly with the Fitness On Demand (FOD) app on your mobile device. This integration allows the FOD app to access vital fitness data, such as heart rate and calories burned, to enhance your workout experience. Follow the steps below to ensure smooth integration and usage.

Getting Started

1. Install Google Health Connect:

   • The GBeat watch app uses Google's Health Connect to sync data between your watch and the FOD app. If you haven't already installed the Health Connect app, you can download it from the Google Play Store.

     

   • Once installed, proceed to the next step.
     
     
2. Grant Permissions to Fitness On Demand:
   • After setting up the Health Connect app, Fitness On Demand (FOD) needs permission to access your health data.
   • Open the FOD app and allow the app to access the following data from Health Connect:
     • Heart Rate
     • Calories Burned

   • Ensure that the permissions are granted for the integration to work properly.

     

Geofence Activation

• The integration will only work within your facility's geofence. When you enter your facility’s designated geofenced area, the app will automatically recognize your location.
• Upon opening the FOD app within the geofence, you will see a greeting message prompting you to connect to the watch app.

Starting a Workout

• Once the watch app is connected, you will see a Start Workout button on your smartwatch. Tap the button to begin tracking your workout.

• The watch app will sync data in real time. On the Facility Display, your heart rate and calories burned will be shown during your workout. The organization of the tiles on the display will adjust based on the content being played. Here are a few examples:

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  On Watch
   

  
  
  

• On Atmosphere playback

• On Circuit

• On Idle Screen

Workout Completion & Data Sync

• When your workout is complete, select to end your workout.
   

  
  
  

• After completing your workout, a notification will appear at the bottom of the FOD app, confirming that the app is sending data to Health Connect.

• You can monitor your workout stats directly within the Health Connect app, as the data is transferred seamlessly.

Troubleshooting Integration Issues

• If the data sync process fails, follow these steps:
  1. Open the FOD app.
  2. Navigate to the Integrations Settings within the app. under Profile > Settings > Integrations.
  3. Verify that GBeat appears as an active integration.
     
     
     
  4. Ensure that FOD is allowed access in the Health Connect app and try syncing again.

Compatibility

The watch app integrates with a variety of devices and operating systems. Below are the supported versions and ranges:

iOS and WatchOS Compatibility

• Supported:
  • iOS 15+
  • WatchOS 8+
• Installable with Variable Support:
  • iOS 18
  • WatchOS 11
  • While these versions will be installable, support and experience may vary due to their recency.

Android and WearOS Compatibility

• Best Supported:
  • Android 11.0 - 14.x
  • WearOS 3.0 - 4.x
• Installable with Variable Support:
  • Android 15.x
  • WearOS 5.x
  • These versions will be installable, but support and experience may vary due to the latest updates.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that your phone’s Bluetooth is enabled and connected to your watch for smooth data syncing.
• The watch app should always be within range of your phone when syncing workout data.
• Ensure that the GBeat watch app is installed on your watch. On Android, you can download it through the Google Play Store.