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Timestamp on Garmin fr70

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Hello,

I have some problem with fit files' timestamps coming from a Garmin FR70.
A workout has been realized on september 1st 2014 but the start_time I get with FIT API v12 is january 14th 1990.
Once the fit activity file is sent to Garmin Connect the date is correct.
Is there a special case to handle with FR70's fit files ?

PS: I attached the fit file.      

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I am not able to access your attachment but the issue likely is caused by the FR70 not knowing UTC time initially. It has no GPS or way of entering the timezone so it is not possible to determine the UTC time. Therefore activity files are recorded in terms of 'systemtime' (seconds since the battery was inserted) until you download to Garmin Connect (which is able to initialize the UTC offset on the device). Subsequent activity files are then generated with timestamps containing the utc time.



     
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If Garmin connect can do it, is it possible for me to do it ?
Can I determine to date when battery has been inserted ?
Thanks.