Garmin 520 Plus User Manual

EDGE® 520 PLUS

Owner’s Manual

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Introduction.....................................................................1

Keys............................................................................................ 1

Pairing Your Smartphone........................................................... 1

Viewing the Status Page............................................................ 1

Charging the Device................................................................... 1

About the Battery................................................................... 1

Installing the Standard Mount..................................................... 1

Installing the Out-Front Mount.................................................... 2

Releasing the Edge................................................................2

Installing the Mountain Bike Mount............................................. 2

Acquiring Satellite Signals.......................................................... 3

Using the Backlight..................................................................... 3

Training........................................................................... 3

Going for a Ride..........................................................................3

Using the Shortcut Menu....................................................... 3

Using Virtual Partner®........................................................... 3

Segments....................................................................................3

Strava™ Segments................................................................ 4

Following a Segment From Garmin Connect......................... 4

Enabling Segments................................................................ 4

Racing a Segment................................................................. 4

Viewing Segment Details....................................................... 4

Segment Options................................................................... 4

Deleting a Segment............................................................... 4

Workouts.....................................................................................4

Following a Workout From the Web.......................................4

Starting a Workout................................................................. 4

Stopping a Workout............................................................... 4

Deleting Workouts..................................................................5

About the Training Calendar....................................................... 5

Using Garmin Connect Training Plans...................................5

Interval Workouts........................................................................ 5

Creating an Interval Workout................................................. 5

Starting an Interval Workout.................................................. 5

Training Indoors.......................................................................... 5

Pairing Your ANT+ Indoor Trainer......................................... 5

Using an ANT+ Indoor Trainer............................................... 5

Setting Resistance............................................................ 6

Setting Target Power........................................................ 6

Setting a Training Target............................................................ 6

Cancelling a Training Target.................................................. 6

Personal Records....................................................................... 6

Viewing Your Personal Records............................................ 6

Reverting a Personal Record................................................. 6

Deleting All Personal Records............................................... 6

Training Zones............................................................................ 6

Navigation....................................................................... 6

Locations.................................................................................... 6

Marking Your Location........................................................... 6

Navigating to a Saved Location............................................. 6

Editing Locations....................................................................6

Deleting a Location................................................................ 7

Setting Your Elevation........................................................... 7

Courses...................................................................................... 7

Creating a Course on Your Device........................................ 7

Following a Course From Garmin Connect............................7

Tips for Training with Courses............................................... 7

Stopping a Course................................................................. 7

Displaying a Course on the Map............................................ 7

Viewing Course Details.......................................................... 7

Course Options...................................................................... 7

Deleting a Course.................................................................. 7

Zooming the Map........................................................................ 7

Map Settings

Changing the Map Orientation............................................... 8

Route Settings............................................................................ 8

Selecting an Activity for Route Calculation............................ 8

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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

Viewing Your Emergency Contacts..................................... 10

Requesting Assistance........................................................ 10

Turning Incident Detection On and Off................................ 10

Cancelling an Automated Message..................................... 10

Sending a Status Update After an Incident.......................... 10

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ANT+ Sensors............................................................... 10

Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor........................................... 10

Recovery Time..................................................................... 10

Viewing Your Recovery Time.......................................... 10

About VO2 Max. Estimates.................................................. 10

Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate.................................... 10

Tips for Cycling VO2 Max. Estimates..............................11

Setting Your Heart Rate Zones............................................ 11

About Heart Rate Zones................................................. 11

Fitness Goals.................................................................. 11

Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data...........................................11

Installing the Speed Sensor...................................................... 11

Installing the Cadence Sensor.................................................. 12

About the Speed and Cadence Sensors............................. 12

Data Averaging for Cadence or Power................................ 12

Pairing Your ANT+ Sensors..................................................... 12

Training with Power Meters...................................................... 12

Setting Your Power Zones................................................... 12

Calibrating Your Power Meter.............................................. 12

Pedal-Based Power............................................................. 12

Cycling Dynamics................................................................ 12

Using Cycling Dynamics................................................. 13

Updating the Vector Software Using the Edge Device........ 13

Getting Your FTP Estimate.................................................. 13

Conducting an FTP Test................................................. 13

Automatically Calculating FTP........................................ 13

Using Electronic Shifters...........................................................13

Situational Awareness.............................................................. 13

Using the Weight Scale............................................................ 14

Garmin Index™ Smart Scale Data.......................................14

History........................................................................... 14

Viewing Your Ride.................................................................... 14

Viewing Your Time in Each Training Zone.......................... 14

Deleting Rides......................................................................14

Viewing Data Totals.................................................................. 14

Deleting Data Totals............................................................ 14

Garmin Connect........................................................................14

Sending Your Ride to Garmin Connect............................... 14

Data Recording......................................................................... 14

Data Management.................................................................... 15

Connecting the Device to Your Computer........................... 15

Transferring Files to Your Device........................................ 15

Deleting Files....................................................................... 15

Disconnecting the USB Cable..............................................15

Customizing Your Device............................................ 15

Connect IQ™ Downloadable Features..................................... 15

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Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer.. 15

Profiles...................................................................................... 15

Setting Up Your User Profile................................................ 15

About Training Settings............................................................ 15

Updating Your Activity Profile.............................................. 15

Customizing the Data Screens............................................ 16

Changing the Satellite Setting............................................. 16

Alerts.................................................................................... 16

Setting Range Alerts....................................................... 16

Setting a Recurring Alert................................................. 16

Auto Lap...............................................................................16

Marking Laps by Position................................................ 16

Marking Laps by Distance............................................... 16

Using Auto Pause................................................................ 17

Using Auto Sleep................................................................. 17

Using Auto Scroll................................................................. 17

Starting the Timer Automatically.......................................... 17

Phone Settings......................................................................... 17

System Settings........................................................................ 17

Display Settings................................................................... 17

Data Recording Settings...................................................... 17

Changing the Units of Measure........................................... 17

Turning the Device Tones On and Off................................. 17

Changing the Device Language.......................................... 17

Time Zones.......................................................................... 17

Setting Up Extended Display Mode.......................................... 17

Exiting Extended Display Mode........................................... 18

Device Information....................................................... 18

Specifications............................................................................18

Edge Specifications............................................................. 18

Heart Rate Monitor Specifications....................................... 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 or Cadence Sensor Battery... 18

Troubleshooting........................................................... 19

Resetting the Device.................................................................19

Restoring the Default Settings............................................. 19

Clearing User Data and Settings......................................... 19

Maximizing Battery Life.............................................................19

Improving GPS Satellite Reception.......................................... 19

My device is in the wrong language......................................... 19

Temperature Readings............................................................. 19

Replacement O-rings................................................................ 19

Viewing Device Information...................................................... 19

Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect Mobile............. 19

Updating the Software Using Garmin Express......................... 19

Product Updates....................................................................... 19

Getting More Information.......................................................... 20

Appendix....................................................................... 20

Data Fields................................................................................20

VO2 Max. Standard Ratings..................................................... 22

FTP Ratings.............................................................................. 22

Heart Rate Zone Calculations...................................................22

Wheel Size and Circumference................................................ 22

Index.............................................................................. 24

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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.

Keys

Select to adjust the backlight brightness. Hold to turn the device on and off.

Select to scroll through the data screens, options, and settings.

From the home screen, select to view the status page.

Select to scroll through the data screens, options, and settings.

From the home screen, select to view the device menu.

Select to mark a new lap.

Select to start and stop the timer.

Select to return to the previous screen.

Select to choose an option or to acknowledge a message. During a ride, select to view menu options such as alerts

and data fields.

Viewing the Status Page

The status page displays the connection status of the GPS, ANT+® sensors, and your smartphone.

Select an option:

• From the home screen, select .

• During a ride, select > Status Page.

The status page appears. A solid icon means the signal was found or the sensor is connected.

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 will not charge when outside the approved temperature range (Edge Specifications, page 18).

Pull up the weather cap À from the USB port Á.

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

Pairing Your Smartphone

To use the connected features of the Edge device, it must be paired directly through the Garmin Connect™ Mobile app, instead of from the Bluetooth® settings on your smartphone.

From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the

Garmin Connect Mobile app. Hold to turn on the device.

The first time you turn on the device, you will select the device language. The next screen prompts you to pair with your smartphone.

TIP: You can select Menu > Settings > Phone > Pair Smartphone to manually enter pairing mode.

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 Mobile app, follow the on-screen instructions.

• If you have already paired another device with the Garmin

Connect Mobile app, from the or menu, select

Garmin Devices > Add Device, and follow the on-screen

instructions.

After you pair successfully, a message appears, and your device syncs automatically with your smartphone.

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

computer USB port. Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.

When you connect the device to a power source, the device turns on.

Charge the device completely.

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.

Select a secure location to mount the device where it does

not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.

Place the rubber disk À on the back of the bike mount.

The rubber tabs align with the back of the bike mount so it stays in place.

Place the bike mount on the bike stem.

Attach the bike mount securely using the two bands Á.

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

notches Â. Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it

locks into place.

Press down slightly and turn the Edge device clockwise until

it locks into place.

Releasing the Edge

Turn the Edge clockwise to unlock the device.

Lift the Edge off the mount.

Installing the Mountain Bike Mount

Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it

does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike. Use the 3 mm hex key to remove the screw À from the

handlebar connector

Installing the Out-Front Mount

Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it

does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike. Use the hex key to remove the screw À from the handlebar

connector Á.

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. Place the handlebar connector around the rubber pad.

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.

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

mount notches Â.

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.

Place the handlebar connector around the handlebar, so that

the mount arm is above the bike stem. Use the 3 mm hex key to loosen the screw Â 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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If necessary, use the 2 mm hex key to remove the two

screws on the back side of the mount Ã, remove and rotate the connector, and replace the screws to change the orientation of the mount.

Replace and tighten the screw on the handlebar connector.

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.

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

mount notches Ä.

Press down slightly and turn the Edge device clockwise until

it locks into place.

Acquiring Satellite Signals

The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals. The time and date are set automatically based on the GPS position.

Go outdoors to an open area.

The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky. Wait while the device locates satellites.

It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals.

From the home screen, select .

Select an activity profile.

Select to start the timer.

NOTE: History is recorded only while the timer is running.

Select or for additional data screens.

If necessary, select to view menu options such as alerts

and data fields. Select to stop the timer.

TIP: Before you save this ride and share it on your Garmin

Connect account, you can change the ride type. Accurate ride type data is important for creating bike friendly courses.

Select Save Ride.

Using the Shortcut Menu

Shortcut menu options are available for data screens and accessory features. During a ride, appears on the data screens.

Select to view the shortcut menu options.

Using Virtual Partner

Your Virtual Partner is a training tool designed to help you meet your goals.

If necessary, enable the Virtual Partner screen for the activity

profile (Customizing the Data Screens, page 16). Go for a ride.

Select to view the Virtual Partner screen to see who is

leading.

Using the Backlight

• Select any key to turn on the backlight.

• Select to adjust the backlight brightness.

• From the home screen, select one or more options:

◦ To adjust the brightness, select > Brightness >

Brightness.

◦ To adjust the timeout, select > Brightness > Backlight

Timeout and select an option.

If necessary, select > Virtual Partner Speed to adjust the

speed of the Virtual Partner during your ride.

Segments

Training

Going for a Ride

If your device was packaged with an ANT+ sensor, they are already paired and can be activated during initial setup.

Hold to turn on the device.

Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.

The satellite bars turn green when the device is ready.

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Following a segment: You can send segments from your

Garmin Connect account to your device. After a segment is saved to your device, you can follow the segment.

NOTE: When you download a course from your Garmin Connect account, all segments in the course are downloaded automatically.

Racing a segment: You can race a segment, trying to match or

exceed your personal record or other cyclists who have ridden the segment.

Strava™ Segments

You can download Strava segments to your Edge 520 Plus device. Follow Strava segments to compare your performance with your past rides, friends, and pros who have ridden the same segment.

To sign up for a Strava membership, go to the segments widget in your Garmin Connect account. For more information, go to

www.strava.com.

The information in this manual applies to both Garmin Connect segments and Strava segments.

Following a Segment From Garmin Connect

Before you can download and follow a segment from Garmin Connect, you must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin

Connect, page 14).

Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.

NOTE: If you are using Strava segments, your favorite

segments are transferred automatically to your device when it is connected to Garmin Connect Mobile or your computer.

Go to connect.garmin.com.

Create a new segment, or select an existing segment.

Select Send to Device.

Disconnect the device, and turn it on.

Select Menu > Training > Segments.

Select the segment.

Select Ride.

Enabling Segments

You can enable segment racing and prompts that alert you to approaching segments.

Select Menu > Training > Segments.

Select a segment.

Select Enable.

NOTE: Prompts alerting you to approaching segments

appear only for enabled segments.

Racing a Segment

Segments are virtual race courses. You can race a segment, and compare your performance to past activities, other riders' performance, connections in your Garmin Connect account, or other members of the cycling community. You can upload your activity data to your Garmin Connect account to view your segment position.

NOTE: If your Garmin Connect account and Strava account are linked, your activity is automatically sent to your Strava account so you can review the segment position.

Select to start the activity timer, and go for a ride.

When your path crosses an enabled segment, you can race the segment.

Start racing the segment.

The segment data screen appears automatically.

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.

A message appears when the segment is complete.

Viewing Segment Details

Select Menu > Training > Segments.

Select a segment.

Select an option:

• Select Map to view the segment on the map.

• Select Elevation to view an elevation plot of the segment.

• Select Leaderboard to view the ride times and average speeds for the segment leader, group leader or challenger, your personal best time and average speed, and other riders (if applicable).

TIP: You can select a leaderboard entry to change your segment race goal.

Segment Options

Select Menu > Training > Segments > Segment Options. Auto Select Effort: Enables or disables automatic goal

adjustment based on your current performance.

Search: Allows you to search for saved segments by name. Enable/Disable: Enables or disables the segments currently

loaded on the device.

Delete: Allows you to delete all or multiple saved segments from

the device.

Deleting a Segment

Select Menu > Training > Segments.

Select a segment.

Select Delete > OK.

Workouts

You can create custom workouts that include goals for each workout step and for varied distances, times, and calories. You can create workouts using Garmin Connect or select a training plan that has built-in workouts from Garmin Connect, and transfer them to your device.

You can schedule workouts using Garmin Connect. You can plan workouts in advance and store them on your device.

Following a Workout From the Web

Before you can download a workout from Garmin Connect, you must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect,

page 14).

Connect the device to your computer.

Go to www.garminconnect.com.

Create and save a new workout.

Select Send to Device, and follow the on-screen

instructions. Disconnect the device.

Starting a Workout

Before you can start a workout, you must download a workout from your Garmin Connect account.

Select Menu > Training > Workouts.

Select a workout.

Select Ride.

Select to start the timer.

After you begin a workout, the device displays each step of the workout, the target (if any), and current workout data.

Stopping a Workout

• At any time, select to end a workout step.

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• At any time, select to view the workout steps screen, and

select > Stop Workout > OK to end the workout.

• At any time, select > Stop Workout to stop the timer and

end the workout. TIP: When you save your ride, your workout ends

automatically.

Deleting Workouts

Select Menu > Training > Workouts > Workout Options >

Delete Multiple.

Select one or more workouts.

Select Delete Workouts > OK.

About the Training Calendar

The training calendar on your device is an extension of the training calendar or schedule you set up in Garmin Connect. After you have added a few workouts to the Garmin Connect calendar, you can send them to your device. All scheduled workouts sent to the device appear in the training calendar list by date. When you select a day in the training calendar, you can view or do the workout. The scheduled workout stays on your device whether you complete it or skip it. When you send scheduled workouts from Garmin Connect, they overwrite the existing training calendar.

Using Garmin Connect Training Plans

Before you can download and use a training plan from Garmin Connect, you must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin

Connect, page 14).

You can browse Garmin Connect to find a training plan, schedule workouts and courses, and download the plan to your device.

Connect the device to your computer.

Go to www.garminconnect.com.

Select and schedule a training plan.

Review the training plan in your calendar.

Select , and follow the on-screen instructions.

Interval Workouts

You can create interval workouts based on distance or time. The device saves your custom interval workout until you create another interval workout. You can use open intervals when you are riding a known distance. When you select , the device records an interval and moves to a rest interval.

Creating an Interval Workout

Select Menu > Training > Intervals > Edit > Intervals >

Type. Select Distance, Time, or Open.

TIP: You can create an open-ended interval by setting the

type to Open. Select Duration, enter a distance or time interval value for

the workout, and select . Select Rest > Type.

Select Distance, Time, or Open.

If necessary, enter a distance or time value for the rest

interval, and select . Select one or more options:

• To set the number of repetitions, select Repeat.

• To add an open-ended warm up to your workout, select

Warm Up > On.

• To add an open-ended cool down to your workout, select

Cool Down > On.

Starting an Interval Workout

Select Menu > Training > Intervals > Ride.

Select to start the timer.

When your interval workout has a warm up, select to

begin the first interval. Follow the on-screen instructions.

When you complete all of the intervals, a message appears.

Training Indoors

The device includes an indoor activity profile where GPS is turned off. You can turn off GPS when you are training indoors or to save battery life.

NOTE: Any change to the GPS setting is saved to the active profile.

Select Menu > Settings > Activity Profiles.

Select a profile.

Select GPS Mode > Off.

When GPS is turned off, speed and distance are not available unless you have a compatible sensor or indoor trainer that sends speed and distance data to the device.

Pairing Your ANT+ Indoor Trainer

Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the ANT+ indoor trainer.

Select Menu > Training > Indoor Trainer > Pair ANT+ Bike

Trainer.

Select the indoor trainer to pair with your device.

Select Add Sensor.

When the indoor trainer is paired with your device, the indoor trainer appears as a connected sensor. You can customize your data fields to display sensor data.

Using an ANT+ Indoor Trainer

Before you can use a compatible ANT+ indoor trainer, you must mount your bike on the trainer and pair it with your device (Pairing Your ANT+ Indoor Trainer, page 5).

You can use your device with an indoor trainer to simulate resistance while following a course, activity, or workout. While using an indoor trainer, GPS is turned off automatically.

Select Menu > Training > Indoor Trainer.

Select an option:

• Select Follow a Course to follow a saved course (Courses, page 7).

• Select Follow an Activity to follow a saved ride (Going for

a Ride, page 3).

• Select Follow a Workout to follow a power-based workout downloaded from your Garmin Connect account (Workouts, page 4).

Select a course, activity, or workout.

Select Ride.

Select an activity profile.

Select to start the timer.

The trainer increases or decreases resistance based on the elevation information in the course or ride.

Select to view the trainer screen.

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