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About the Battery

 WARNING

This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the 

Important 

Safety and Product Information

 guide in the product box for 

product warnings and other important information.

Installing the Standard Mount

For the best GPS reception, position the bike mount so the front 

of the device is oriented toward the sky. You can install the bike 

mount on the stem or the handlebars.

1

Select a secure location to mount the device where it does 

not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.

2

Place the rubber disk   on the back of the bike mount.
The rubber tabs align with the back of the bike mount so it 

stays in place.

3

Place the bike mount on the bike stem.

4

Attach the bike mount securely using the two bands  .

5

Align the tabs on the back of the device with the bike mount 

notches  .

6

Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it 

locks into place.

Installing the Out-Front Mount

NOTE: 

If you do not have this mount, you can skip this task.

1

Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it 

does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.

2

Use the hex key to remove the screw   from the handlebar 

connector  .

3

Place the rubber pad around the handlebar:
• If the handlebar diameter is 25.4 mm, use the thicker pad.
• If the handlebar diameter is 31.8 mm, use the thinner pad.

4

Place the handlebar connector around the rubber pad.

5

Replace and tighten the screw.

NOTE: 

Garmin

®

 recommends tightening the screw so the 

mount is secure, with a maximum torque specification of 

7 lbf-in. (0.8 N-m). You should check the tightness of the 

screw periodically.

6

Align the tabs on the back of the Edge device with the bike 

mount notches  .

7

Press down slightly and turn the Edge device clockwise until 

it locks into place.

Releasing the Edge

1

Turn the Edge clockwise to unlock the device.

2

Lift the Edge off the mount.

Installing the Mountain Bike Mount

NOTE: 

If you do not have this mount, you can skip this task.

1

Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it 

does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.

2

Use the 3 mm hex key to remove the screw   from the 

handlebar connector  .

3

Select an option:
• If the handlebar diameter is 25.4 mm, place the thicker 

pad around the handlebar.

• If the handlebar diameter is 31.8 mm, place the thinner 

pad around the handlebar.

• If the handlebar diameter is 35 mm, do not use a rubber 

pad.

4

Place the handlebar connector around the handlebar, so that 

the mount arm is above the bike stem.

5

Use the 3 mm hex key to loosen the screw   on the mount 

arm, position the mount arm, and tighten the screw.

NOTE: 

Garmin recommends tightening the screw so the 

mount arm is secure, with a maximum torque specification of 

20 lbf-in. (2.26 N-m). You should check the tightness of the 

screw periodically.

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Introduction

Summary of Contents for EDGE 530

Page 1: ...EDGE 530 Owner sManual ...

Page 2: ...ies These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc Apple and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Garmin is under license The Cooper Institute as well as any related trademarks are the property of The ...

Page 3: ...Bluetooth Connected Features 8 Starting a GroupTrack Session 8 Tips for GroupTrack Sessions 9 Transferring Files to Another Edge Device 9 Playing Audio Prompts on Your Smartphone 9 Incident Detection and Assistance Features 9 Incident Detection 9 Assistance 9 Setting Up the Incident Detection and Assistance Features 10 Viewing Your Emergency Contacts 10 Requesting Assistance 10 Turning Incident De...

Page 4: ... 18 Speed Sensor and Cadence Sensor Specifications 18 Device Care 18 Cleaning the Device 18 Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor 18 User Replaceable Batteries 18 Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery 18 Replacing the Speed Sensor Battery 18 Replacing the Cadence Sensor Battery 19 Troubleshooting 19 Resetting the Device 19 Restoring the Default Settings 19 Clearing User Data and Settings 19 Maximiz...

Page 5: ... select Menu Settings Phone Pair Smartphone to manually enter pairing mode 3 Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect account If this is the first device you have paired with the Garmin Connect app follow the on screen instructions If you have already paired another device with the Garmin Connect app from the or menu select Garmin Devices Add Device and follow the on screen instr...

Page 6: ... is 31 8 mm use the thinner pad 4 Place the handlebar connector around the rubber pad 5 Replace and tighten the screw NOTE Garmin recommends tightening the screw so the mount is secure with a maximum torque specification of 7 lbf in 0 8 N m You should check the tightness of the screw periodically 6 Align the tabs on the back of the Edge device with the bike mount notches 7 Press down slightly and ...

Page 7: ...sensor they are already paired and can be activated during initial setup 1 Hold to turn on the device 2 Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites The satellite bars turn green when the device is ready 3 From the home screen select 4 Select an activity profile 5 Select to start the activity timer NOTE History is recorded only while the activity timer is running 6 Select or for additio...

Page 8: ... start the activity timer and go for a ride When your path crosses an enabled segment you can race the segment 2 Start racing the segment The segment data screen appears automatically 3 If necessary select to change your goal during your race You can race against the segment leader your past performance or other riders if applicable The goal automatically adjusts based on your current performance ...

Page 9: ...rvals Type 2 Select Distance Time or Open TIP You can create an open ended interval by setting the type to Open 3 Select Duration enter a distance or time interval value for the workout and select 4 Select Rest Type 5 Select Distance Time or Open 6 If necessary enter a distance or time value for the rest interval and select 7 Select one or more options To set the number of repetitions select Repea...

Page 10: ...Select to start the activity timer 5 If necessary scroll to view the Virtual Partner screen 6 After you complete your activity select Save Ride Cancelling a Training Target Select Cancel Target OK Personal Records When you complete a ride the device displays any new personal records you achieved during that ride Personal records include your fastest time over a standard distance longest ride and m...

Page 11: ...in Connect page 14 1 Select an option Open the Garmin Connect app Go to connect garmin com 2 Create a new course or select an existing course 3 Select Send to Device 4 Follow the on screen instructions 5 On the Edge device select Menu Navigation Courses 6 Select the course 7 Select Ride Tips for Riding a Course Use turn guidance Course Options page 7 If you include a warmup select to begin the cou...

Page 12: ...t IQ apps Go to www garmin com apps for more information Activity uploads to Garmin Connect Automatically sends your activity to Garmin Connect as soon as you finish recording the activity Assistance Allows you to send an automated text message with your name and GPS location to your emergency contacts using the Garmin Connect app Audio prompts Allows the Garmin Connect app to play status announce...

Page 13: ...ude the lap number and lap time navigation power pace or speed and heart rate data During an audio prompt the Garmin Connect mobile app mutes the primary audio of the smartphone to play the announcement You can customize the volume levels on the Garmin Connect Mobile app 1 From the settings in the Garmin Connect Mobile app select Garmin Devices 2 Select your device 3 Select Device Settings Audio P...

Page 14: ...sing optional sensors go to buy garmin com Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor NOTE If you do not have a heart rate monitor you can skip this task You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin just below your sternum It should be snug enough to stay in place during your activity 1 Snap the heart rate monitor module onto the strap The Garmin logos on the module and the strap should be ...

Page 15: ... rate during an activity The zone values update automatically but you can also edit each value manually 3 Select Based On 4 Select an option Select BPM to view and edit the zones in beats per minute Select Max to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your maximum heart rate Select HRR to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your heart rate reserve maximum heart rate minus resting heart ...

Page 16: ...oth wireless sensors for example connecting a heart rate monitor with your Garmin device 1 Bring the device within 3 m 10 ft of the sensor NOTE Stay 10 m 33 ft away from other riders sensors while pairing 2 Select Menu Settings Sensors Add Sensor 3 Select an option Select a sensor type Select Search All to search for all nearby sensors A list of available sensors appears 4 Select one or more senso...

Page 17: ... to Garmin Connect page 14 Garmin Connect automatically looks for software updates and sends them to your Edge device 2 Bring your Edge device within range 3 m of the sensor 3 Rotate the crank arm a few times The Edge device prompts you to install all pending software updates 4 Follow the on screen instructions Getting Your FTP Estimate The device uses your user profile information from the initia...

Page 18: ...ory Totals 2 Select an option to view device or activity profile totals Deleting Data Totals 1 Select Menu History Totals Delete Totals 2 Select an option Select Delete All Totals to delete all data totals from the history Select an activity profile to delete accumulated data totals for a single profile NOTE This does not delete any saved activities 3 Select OK Garmin Connect You can connect with ...

Page 19: ...ion at a glance including sensor data and notifications Apps Add interactive features to your device such as new outdoor and fitness activity types Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer 1 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable 2 Go to apps garmin com and sign in 3 Select a Connect IQ feature and download it 4 Follow the on screen instructions Profiles The Edge has seve...

Page 20: ... alert Training Zones page 6 1 Select Menu Settings Activity Profiles 2 Select a profile 3 Select Alerts 4 Select Heart Rate Alert Cadence Alert or Power Alert 5 Select the minimum and maximum values or select zones 6 If necessary select Each time you exceed or drop below the specified range a message appears The device also beeps if audible tones are turned on Turning the Device Tones On and Off ...

Page 21: ...smartphone Missed Calls and Texts Displays missed phone notifications from your compatible smartphone Text Reply Signature Enables signatures in your text message replies System Settings Select Menu Settings System Display Settings Display Settings page 17 Data Recording Settings Data Recording Settings page 17 Unit Settings Changing the Units of Measure page 17 Tone Settings Turning the Device To...

Page 22: ...ating temperature range From 20º to 60ºC from 4º to 140ºF Wireless frequency protocol 2 4 GHz 4 dBm nominal Water rating IEC 60529 IPX7 The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min For more information go to www garmin com waterrating Device Care NOTICE Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur because it can cause perman...

Page 23: ...r all user data and restore the device to its initial setup This removes your history and data such as rides workouts and courses and resets the device settings and activity profiles This will not remove any files you added to the device from your computer Select Menu Settings System Device Reset Delete Data and Reset Settings OK Maximizing Battery Life Turn on Battery Save Mode Turning On Battery...

Page 24: ...s available your device alerts you to update the software 2 Follow the on screen instructions Updating the Software Using Garmin Express Before you can update your device software you must have a Garmin Connect account and you must download the Garmin Express application 1 Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable When new software is available Garmin Express sends it to your device ...

Page 25: ...ting heart rate for the current lap HR Lap Max The average percentage of maximum heart rate for the current lap HR Last Lap The average heart rate for the last completed lap HR to Go During a workout the amount you are above or below the heart rate target HR Zone The current range of your heart rate 1 to 5 The default zones are based on your user profile and maximum heart rate 220 minus your age L...

Page 26: ...h time for the last completed lap Time of Day The time of day based on your current location and time settings format time zone daylight saving time Time Seated The time spent seated while pedaling for the current activity Time Seated Lap The time spent seated while pedaling for the current lap Time Standing The time spent standing while pedaling for the current activity Time Standing Lap The time...

Page 27: ...scular endurance increased power Wheel Size and Circumference Your speed sensor automatically detects your wheel size If necessary you can manually enter your wheel circumference in the speed sensor settings The tire size is marked on both sides of the tire This is not a comprehensive list You can also measure the circumference of your wheel or use one of the calculators available on the internet ...

Page 28: ...or training 5 6 initial setup 19 installing 2 11 12 intervals workouts 5 K keys 1 L language 17 20 laps 1 LiveTrack 8 9 locations 6 deleting 7 editing 7 sending 10 M maps 6 7 orientation 8 settings 8 updating 20 zoom 8 mounting the device 2 N navigation 6 O O rings See bands P pairing 1 ANT sensors 5 12 Bluetooth sensors 12 smartphone 1 19 pedals 13 personal records 6 deleting 6 platform center of...

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