What is the dongle for Fitbit Charge HR?

What is the dongle for Fitbit Charge HR?

The wireless sync dongle is the small USB device that comes with most Fitbit trackers. The dongle allows your tracker and computer to communicate with one another. DONGLE? If you only sync your tracker with a mobile device, you don’t need the dongle.

Does a Fitbit dongle work with any Fitbit?

Works with all Fitbit trackers. The dongle may be refurbished. Our refurbished dongles are tested to ensure they look and work like new. Computers running Windows 7, 8 or 8.1 operating systems require a dongle in order to sync to your computer.

Are all Fitbit dongles the same?

The Dongle must be plugged into a USB port & Fitbit Connect must be installed. Dongles are interchangeable between Fitbits.

Can you set up Fitbit without dongle?

Even if your computer is natively Bluetooth capable, like most laptops are nowadays, FitBit One and its application will not sync with your computer without the proprietary dongle (a shame). It is possible however to sync your FitBit with most Bluetooth phones, barring some incompatibility.

How do I sync my Fitbit with the dongle?

To install Fitbit Connect and set up your tracker:

1. Insert the wireless sync dongle into a USB port on your computer.
2. Scroll down and click the option to download.
3. When prompted, save the file that appears.
4. Find and double click the file (FitbitConnect_Win.exe).
5. Click Continue to move through the installer.

How do I use the Fitbit dongle?

Plug the USB dongle that came with your Fitbit into your computer, and place your tracker nearby. Once the devices are paired, your tracker will connect to your Fitbit account and your data will sync with your account via the Fitbit dongle when they’re near each other.

Is fitbit dongle Bluetooth?

In case you can’t / don’t want to sync it to your mobile but prefer to sync it to your computer and from there to the cloud, the sync dongle enables any laptop with USB to do that. Technically it is a BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy, or Bluetooth Smart) dongle.

How do you sync fitbit with dongle?

What is the purpose of a dongle?

A dongle is a small USB device that allows you to access the internet. It can also be referred to as a Wi-Fi dongle, USB modem, internet stick, USB network adapter or USB mobile broadband stick. Dongles are popular because they offer greater flexibility than fixed line connections and can be used on the go.

What do I do with the Fitbit wireless dongle?

Plug the wireless sync dongle into your computer to link your tracker with Fitbit Connect (which can be downloaded here under “don’t have a mobile device). Once your tracker has been paired to your Fitbit account, the wireless sync dongle is used to sync your data to your online dashboard and update your tracker.

Where can I buy a Fitbit dongle?

Most Fitbit devices don’t come with a dongle, but you can buy one from the Fitbit Store. We recommend using the Fitbit app if you can. To install Fitbit Connect and set up your device: If your computer isn’t Bluetooth-enabled, insert a wireless sync dongle into a USB port on your computer. How does the Fitbit dongle work?

How do you charge a Fitbit wireless?

To charge your Charge HR, plug the charging cable into the USB port on your computer and plug the other end into the port on the back of the Charge HR. A battery icon on the display will show the charging progress. Fitbit Flex comes equipped with a rechargeable battery.

Can I connect my Fitbit?

Fitbit Connect For Mac Go to www.fitbit.com/setup. Double click the file. When the Fitbit Connect installer opens, click “Continue” until the app is installed on your PC. Once Fitbit Connect is installed, insert the Fitbit sync dongle into your computer’s USB port. Wait for the software to recognize your device. Click “Set Up New Device.”.