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Introduction

 WARNING

See the 

Important Safety and Product Information

 guide in the 

product box for product warnings and other important 

information.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any 

exercise program.

Getting Started

You can use the Varia HL (headlight) and Varia TL (taillight) 

alone, with the optional wireless remote, or with your compatible 

Edge

®

 device. This list provides an overview of the installation 

and setup tasks.
• Charge the device (

Charging the Device

, page 1

).

• Install the headlight using the out-front mount (

Installing the 

Out-Front Mount

, page 1

).

• Install the taillight using one of the included mounts:

◦ Install the seat-post mount (

Installing the Seat-Post 

Mount

, page 1

).

◦ Install the multi-location mount (

Installing the Multi-

Location Mount

, page 2

).

TIP: 

If you are using two taillights as turn signals, you can 

install two multi-location mounts on the seat stays of your 

bike.

NOTE: 

The turn signal feature is available on the Varia TL 

300 only.

• If you are using the wireless remote, pair the devices (

Pairing 

the Remote with Your Varia Device

, page 4

).

• If you are using the wireless remote, install it on your bike 

stem or handlebar (

Using the Mounts

, page 4

).

• If you are using a compatible Edge device, pair the devices 

(

Pairing Varia Bike Lights with Your Edge 1000

, page 3

).

• If you are using a compatible Edge device, customize the 

bike light settings (

Customizing Varia Device Settings with 

Your Edge 1000

, page 3

).

Charging the Device

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather 

cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to 

a computer.

The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery that you 

can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your 

computer.

NOTE: 

The device does not charge when outside the approved 

temperature range (

Specifications

, page 5

).

1

Pull up the weather cap from the USB port.

2

Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on the 

device.

3

Plug the large end of the USB cable into an AC adapter or a 

computer USB port.

4

Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.

5

Charge the device completely.

The status LED flashes green while charging. The status LED is 

solid green when charging is complete.

Installing the Out-Front Mount

You can use the out-front mount to install both an Edge device 

and a headlight.

1

Select a secure location to mount the Edge device and 

headlight where they do not interfere with the safe operation 

of your bike.

2

Use the hex key to remove the screw   from the handlebar 

connector  .

3

If necessary, remove the two screws on the top of the mount 

, rotate the connector, and replace the screws to change 

the orientation of the mount for an Edge device.

4

Place a 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.

5

Place the handlebar connector around the rubber pad.

NOTE: 

You should align the contours on the rubber pad with 

the grooves on the inside of the handlebar connector.

6

Adjust the mount on the handlebar so the headlight is 

mounted horizontally, parallel to the road.

7

Replace and tighten the screw.

NOTE: 

Garmin

®

 recommends a torque specification of 7 lbf-

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

periodically.

8

Align the notches on the top of the headlight with the tabs on 

the bottom of the mount.

9

Press up slightly and turn the headlight clockwise until it locks 

into place.

10

If installing an Edge device, align the tabs on the back of the 

Edge device with the notches on the top of the mount.

11

Press down slightly and turn the Edge device clockwise until 

it locks into place.

Tips for Installing the Taillight

• Select a secure location to mount the taillight where it does 

not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.

• Select a mount that best fits your bike.
• Mount the device as high on the seat post as possible for 

optimal light visibility. Verify there is clear space (no 

obstructions) behind the device.

• If you are using two taillights as turn signals, mount the 

devices at the same height and as far apart as possible on 

the seat stays of your bike.

NOTE: 

The turn signal feature is available on the Varia TL 

300 only.

Installing the Seat-Post Mount

1

Use the hex key to remove the screw   from the seat-post 

connector  .

Introduction

1

Summary of Contents for Varia HL

Page 1: ...Varia Bike Lights Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...changes or improvements Go to www garmin com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use of this product Garmin the Garmin logo ANT and Edge are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its...

Page 3: ...t Mode Settings 3 Adjusting the Beam Angle During a Ride 3 Turn Signal Settings 3 Light Network Settings 4 Testing the Light Network 4 Wireless Remote Control 4 Device Overview 4 Status LED 4 Pairing...

Page 4: ......

Page 5: ...into a standard wall outlet 5 Charge the device completely The status LED flashes green while charging The status LED is solid green when charging is complete Installing the Out Front Mount You can us...

Page 6: ...mount when using only one band 4 Align the tabs on the back of the device with the mount notches 5 Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it locks into place Varia HL Device Overview...

Page 7: ...From your Edge device select Sensors Lights Network Options Light Mode Auto Automatically adjusts the light intensity based on the ambient light or time of day High Visibility For Varia HL 500 and Var...

Page 8: ...Taillight key and power key Select to signal a right turn when using two taillights Hold to turn all lights on and off Status LED Status LED LED Activity Status Flashing green Searching for a paired d...

Page 9: ...C 60529 IPX71 Varia HL 500 LED luminous flux and peak illuminance 600 lm 95 lx Varia HL 501 LED luminous flux and peak illuminance 300 lm 65 lx Headlight Light Intensity Modes Intensity Mode Varia HL...

Page 10: ...ur device from the computer during the update process Getting More Information Go to www garmin com intosports Go to www garmin com learningcenter Go to http buy garmin com or contact your Garmin deal...

Page 11: ...e 6 I installing 1 2 K keys 2 4 M maps updating 6 mounting the device 1 2 4 O O rings See bands P pairing 3 remote control 4 product registration 6 R registering the device 6 remote control 3 4 pairin...

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