The HW56 Plus smartwatch is a popular device in the budget segment, which often raises questions among users when first launched. The main feature of this model is the absence of a standard pairing menu via the smartphone’s system Bluetooth, which often misleads beginners. For the gadget to work correctly, you need to install specialized software, which acts as a bridge between your phone’s operating system and the watch’s firmware.
The synchronization process does not require deep technical knowledge, but strict adherence to the sequence of actions is critical for the stable transfer of health data and notifications. If you try to connect your device directly through your phone settings, you will encounter a pairing error or an unstable connection that will drop after a few minutes. Correct setup provides round-the-clock monitoring of heart rate, steps and sleep, and also allows you to control the camera and music of your smartphone.
In this article we will analyze in detail each stage of integrating your new wearable device into the Android ecosystem. We will look at choosing the right application, the nuances of granting permissions, and methods for solving typical problems that owners of this model face. Following this guide will ensure that you can fully use all the functionality HW56 Plus from the first minutes after unpacking.
Selecting and installing the right application
The first and most important step is to find and install software designed specifically for the chipset installed in your watch. The model HW56 Plus usually works on a platform that requires an application FitPro, however, depending on the batch and revision of the board, sometimes software WearPro or HryFinecan be used. An error at this stage will result in the watch simply not being detected by the phone, despite Bluetooth being turned on.
The most reliable way to find the desired app is to scan the QR code that is displayed on the watch screen when you first turn it on or is in the paper instructions. If the instructions are lost and the watch screen does not show the code, go to the store Google Play Market and enter the model name in the search. In the description of compatible applications, developers often indicate the necessary software. You can also try installing a universal application FitProas it supports the vast majority of devices based on MTK chips.
⚠️ Attention: Never download APK files of watch applications from third-party forums or unverified sites. Modified versions may contain malicious code that will steal your personal data or disrupt the Android system.
After installing the application, do not rush to open it. Go to your phone's settings and make sure that the installed app has all the necessary permissions, especially access to geolocation and Bluetooth. Without location permission, modern versions of Android block third-party apps from searching for Bluetooth devices for security purposes. This is a common reason why users believe that the application does not work correctly, although the problem lies in the privacy settings.
If the application is not in the Play Market, try searching for the name of the chip, for example "Da Fit" or "FitPro", and check the list of supported devices in the description.
The procedure for the initial pairing of devices
When the application is installed and all permissions are granted, you can proceed to the direct process of linking gadgets. It is important to remember the golden rule: never pair through the Bluetooth system menu in the settings of your smartphone. The watch must be “invisible” to the system until it is registered within a special application. If you have already tried to connect them through the phone settings and they appear in the list of paired devices, be sure to click “Forget device” or “Cancel pairing”.
Run the installed application on your smartphone and register an account if required. In the main menu of the interface, find a section that is usually called Device, Settings or has a clock icon. Click the button Add device or Bind Device. At this moment, the application will start scanning the airspace in search of signals from wearable gadgets. Make sure that the watch is near the phone, at a distance of no more than 1-2 meters.
- 📱 Make sure that the screen is on on the watch and it is in connection standby mode.
- 🔋 Check the watch's battery charge - when the level is below 20%, some models go into power-saving mode and hide the signal.
- 📶 Turn off VPN services on your phone, as they can mask your real IP and interfere with the local search for devices.
As soon as the application finds the device with the name HW56 Plus or a similar identifier, click on it to begin the procedure. You may be asked to confirm pairing with a code or check mark on your watch screen. Confirm the action by tapping the watch's touch screen. The process of establishing a secure communication channel may take from 10 to 30 seconds, during which it is not recommended to minimize the application or lock the smartphone screen.
☑️ Check before connecting
Setting up permissions and background work
Successful connection is only half the battle. In order for the smartwatch to receive notifications about calls, messages from instant messengers and correctly synchronize training data, you need to correctly configure access rights in the Android system. Smartphone manufacturers, especially Xiaomi, Huawei, Honor and Samsung, aggressively manage background processes to save energy, which often leads to the "killing" of the watch application.
Go to the phone settings, section Apps, find your watch application and open the item Battery or Energy Saving. Set the operating mode to Unlimited or Do not limit. This is a critical step because in standard mode, the system may stop running an application when the phone screen is turned off, resulting in lost sleep data and missed notifications.
Next you need to configure autorun. In some Android shells, this item is placed in a separate menu Autostart. Make sure the switch next to the watch app is enabled. Also, in the settings of the application itself inside the section Reminders or Notifications you need to manually select those apps whose messages you want to see on your wrist. By default, only calls and SMS are often enabled, and WhatsApp or Telegram must be activated separately.
⚠️ Attention: Energy saving settings interfaces may vary depending on the version of Android and the smartphone manufacturer. Detailed menu paths may change with phone firmware updates, so check the latest help for your device model.
Why do notifications disappear?
A common reason is clearing the phone's RAM. If you're used to closing all apps through the task manager, the clock app will close too. Add it to the list of exceptions or "blocked" applications.
Data synchronization and sensor calibration
After completing the basic setup, the data exchange process begins. The application will download the current time, date and language pack settings to the watch. For the first few minutes after connection, the device may actively heat up - this is a normal process of indexing and initial calibration of sensors. At this time, it is not recommended to start intense workouts so as not to distort the initial data of the heart rate monitor.
To accurately measure steps and distance, go to the user profile in the application. Enter your actual height, weight and stride length. Algorithms HW56 Plus use this anthropometric data to convert the number of steps into kilometers walked and calories burned. Without accurate input data, activity statistics will have a high error, which will make monitoring useless.
| Parameter | Default value | Recommended action |
|---|---|---|
| Units of measurement | Metric (km/kg) | Check compliance with the region |
| Goal by steps | 8000 steps | Set individually (6000-12000) |
| Reminder motion | Disabled | Enable 60 minute interval |
| Wrist lift | Enabled | Calibrate sensitivity |
Pay attention to the time synchronization function. Clock HW56 Plus do not have their own GPS module for accurately checking the time using satellites; they are completely dependent on the smartphone time. If you travel and change time zone, the time on your watch will only be updated after you reconnect to your phone and sync through the app. In flight, without communication with the phone, the watch will show the time of the last communication session.
The accuracy of health data is 80% dependent on the user's correctly entered anthropometric data in the application profile.
Firmware updates and additional functions
Wearable electronics manufacturers regularly release firmware updates (firmware), which fixes bugs, improves the stability of the Bluetooth connection and adds new watch faces. You can check for updates in the Device settings section inside the application. If a new version is available, it is recommended to install it while being near the charger.
During the update process, the watch screen may go dark and the device may reboot several times. Interruption of this process, for example due to a low battery or leaving the Bluetooth range, can lead to the device becoming bricked when the watch stops turning on. Restoration in this case is only possible in a service center using a special programmer.
In addition to basic functions, the application often has a watch face store available. The model HW56 Plus is characterized by support for both built-in static dials and the ability to download custom images. You can set the screensaver to a photo of your family or pet, which personalizes the device. However, it is worth remembering that complex animated dials consume significantly more energy and reduce battery life.
- 🎨 Use the "Custom Dial" function to set your photos on the main screen.
- ⚙️ Regularly check the "Update" section once a month.
- 🔒 Set a password to unlock your watch if you store confidential health data.
⚠️ Attention: When updating the firmware, make sure that the watch charge is at least 50%. A low battery charge while writing new data to memory can permanently damage the system partition.
Solving common connection problems
Even if you follow all the instructions, users may encounter technical difficulties. The most common problem is that the clock is visible in the application, but when trying to connect it gives a timeout error. In this case, try completely restarting your smartphone. This clears the Bluetooth stack cache and resets frozen network services, which in 90% of cases solves the problem of device invisibility.
If the watch connects but immediately disconnects, check the list of paired devices in the Bluetooth settings of the phone itself. There should not be an entry about HW56 Plus. If it is there, delete it. Also, the reason for the gaps may be an outdated version of the application. Go to the store and check if there are any available updates for the software itself through which you are connecting.
In rare cases, the problem lies in the incompatibility of Android versions. Very old versions (below 5.0) or the newest beta versions of Android may have Bluetooth driver conflicts with budget watch chips. If all else fails, reset the watch to factory settings through the menu of the gadget itself (usually item Reset or Factory Reset) and start the pairing process from the very beginning, as with a new device.
Is it possible to connect the HW56 Plus to two phones at the same time?
No, Bluetooth Low architecture Energy used in this model does not support an active connection with two smartphones at the same time. You can disconnect your watch from one phone and connect it to another, but to do this you must first disconnect the connection in the application on the first device.
Why does the watch not show notifications from WhatsApp?
Most likely, in the application settings you did not give permission to read notifications for WhatsApp, or the Android system killed the background process. Check the notification settings inside the watch application and make sure that the switch opposite the messenger is active.
What to do if the application says “Device is already paired”?
This means that the watch was previously connected to this or another phone. Go to your phone's Bluetooth settings, find the watch in the list and click "Forget". Then remove the device from the list in the application itself and try to find it again.
Is the watch compatible with iPhone (iOS)?
The HW56 Plus model is mainly focused on Android. Although some versions can work with iOS through the FitPro app, the functionality is often limited and the connection is less stable. Full support is guaranteed specifically for the Android operating system.