Garmin 530 User Manual
EDGE® 530
Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction.....................................................................1
Device Overview......................................................................... 1
Viewing the Status Page........................................................ 1
Viewing Widgets.................................................................... 1
Using the Shortcut Menu....................................................... 1
Pairing Your Smartphone........................................................... 1
Charging the Device................................................................... 1
About the Battery................................................................... 2
Installing the Standard Mount..................................................... 2
Installing the Out-Front Mount.................................................... 2
Releasing the Edge................................................................2
Installing the Mountain Bike Mount............................................. 2
Acquiring Satellite Signals.......................................................... 3
Training........................................................................... 3
Going for a Ride..........................................................................3
Segments....................................................................................3
Strava™ Segments................................................................ 3
Using the Strava Segment Explore Widget....................... 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 Garmin Connect.......................... 4
Starting a Workout................................................................. 4
Stopping a Workout............................................................... 5
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............................................................ 5
Setting Target Power........................................................ 5
Setting a Training Target............................................................ 6
Cancelling a Training Target.................................................. 6
My Stats........................................................................... 6
Performance Measurements...................................................... 6
Training Status....................................................................... 6
About VO2 Max. Estimates.................................................... 6
Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate...................................... 7
Tips for Cycling VO2 Max. Estimates................................7
Heat and Altitude Performance Acclimation..................... 7
Training Load......................................................................... 7
Getting Your Training Load Estimate................................ 7
Training Load Focus.............................................................. 7
About Training Effect............................................................. 8
Recovery Time....................................................................... 8
Viewing Your Recovery Time............................................ 8
Getting Your FTP Estimate.................................................... 8
Conducting an FTP Test................................................... 8
Automatically Calculating FTP.......................................... 8
Viewing Your Stress Score.................................................... 9
Turning Off Performance Notifications................................... 9
Viewing Your Power Curve.................................................... 9
Syncing Activities and Performance Measurements............. 9
Personal Records....................................................................... 9
Viewing Your Personal Records............................................ 9
Reverting a Personal Record
Deleting a Personal Record................................................... 9
Training Zones............................................................................ 9
................................................. 9
Navigation....................................................................... 9
Locations.................................................................................... 9
Marking Your Location........................................................... 9
Saving Locations from the Map............................................. 9
Navigating to a Location........................................................ 9
Navigating Back to Start...................................................... 10
Stopping Navigation............................................................. 10
Editing Locations..................................................................10
Deleting a Location.............................................................. 10
Projecting a Location........................................................... 10
Courses.................................................................................... 10
Creating a Course on Your Device...................................... 10
Following a Course From Garmin Connect..........................10
Tips for Riding a Course...................................................... 10
Viewing Course Details........................................................ 10
Displaying a Course on the Map..................................... 10
Using ClimbPro.................................................................... 11
Course Options.................................................................... 11
Stopping a Course............................................................... 11
Deleting a Course................................................................ 11
Trailforks Routes.................................................................. 11
Map Settings............................................................................. 11
Browsing the Map................................................................ 11
Changing the Map Orientation............................................. 11
Route Settings.......................................................................... 11
Selecting an Activity for Route Calculation.......................... 11
Connected Features..................................................... 11
Bluetooth Connected Features................................................. 11
Incident Detection and Assistance Features....................... 12
Incident Detection........................................................... 12
Assistance....................................................................... 12
Adding Emergency Contacts...........................................12
Viewing Your Emergency Contacts.................................12
Requesting Assistance....................................................12
Turning Incident Detection On and Off........................... 12
Cancelling an Automated Message................................ 12
Sending a Status Update After an Incident..................... 12
Starting a GroupTrack Session............................................ 13
Tips for GroupTrack Sessions.........................................13
Setting the Bike Alarm......................................................... 13
Playing Audio Prompts on Your Smartphone...................... 13
Transferring Files to Another Edge Device.......................... 13
Wi‑Fi Connected Features........................................................ 13
Setting Up Wi‑Fi Connectivity.............................................. 13
Wi‑Fi Settings.......................................................................13
Wireless Sensors......................................................... 14
Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor........................................... 14
Setting Your Heart Rate Zones............................................ 14
About Heart Rate Zones................................................. 14
Fitness Goals.................................................................. 14
Tips for Erratic Heart Rate Data...........................................14
Installing the Speed Sensor...................................................... 14
Installing the Cadence Sensor.................................................. 15
About the Speed and Cadence Sensors............................. 15
Data Averaging for Cadence or Power................................ 15
Pairing Your Wireless Sensors................................................. 15
Training with Power Meters...................................................... 15
Setting Your Power Zones................................................... 15
Calibrating Your Power Meter.............................................. 15
Pedal-Based Power............................................................. 16
Cycling Dynamics................................................................ 16
Using Cycling Dynamics................................................. 16
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Updating the Vector Software Using the Edge Device........ 16
Situational Awareness.............................................................. 16
Using Electronic Shifters...........................................................16
Using an eBike..........................................................................16
Viewing eBike Sensor Details.............................................. 16
History........................................................................... 16
Viewing Your Ride.................................................................... 16
Viewing Your Time in Each Training Zone.......................... 16
Deleting Rides......................................................................17
Viewing Data Totals.................................................................. 17
Deleting Data Totals............................................................ 17
Garmin Connect........................................................................17
Sending Your Ride to Garmin Connect............................... 17
Data Recording......................................................................... 17
Data Management.................................................................... 17
Connecting the Device to Your Computer........................... 17
Transferring Files to Your Device........................................ 17
Deleting Files....................................................................... 17
Disconnecting the USB Cable..............................................18
Customizing Your Device............................................ 18
Connect IQ Downloadable Features........................................ 18
Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer.. 18
Profiles...................................................................................... 18
Setting Up Your User Profile................................................ 18
About Training Settings............................................................ 18
Updating Your Activity Profile.............................................. 18
Adding a Data Screen.......................................................... 18
Editing a Data Screen.......................................................... 19
Rearranging Data Screens.................................................. 19
Alerts.................................................................................... 19
Setting Range Alerts....................................................... 19
Setting Recurring Alerts.................................................. 19
Setting Smart Eat and Drink Alerts................................. 19
Auto Lap...............................................................................19
Marking Laps by Position................................................ 19
Marking Laps by Distance............................................... 19
Using Auto Sleep................................................................. 19
Using Auto Pause................................................................ 20
Using Auto Scroll................................................................. 20
Starting the Timer Automatically.......................................... 20
Changing the Satellite Setting............................................. 20
Phone Settings......................................................................... 20
System Settings........................................................................ 20
Display Settings................................................................... 20
Using the Backlight......................................................... 20
Customizing the Widget Loop.............................................. 20
Data Recording Settings...................................................... 20
Changing the Units of Measure........................................... 21
Turning the Device Tones On and Off................................. 21
Changing the Device Language.......................................... 21
Time Zones.......................................................................... 21
Setting Up Extended Display Mode.......................................... 21
Exiting Extended Display Mode........................................... 21
Device Information....................................................... 21
Product Updates....................................................................... 21
Updating the Software Using the Garmin Connect App...... 21
Updating the Software Using Garmin Express.................... 21
Specifications............................................................................21
Edge Specifications............................................................. 21
Heart Rate Monitor Specifications....................................... 21
Speed Sensor and Cadence Sensor Specifications............ 21
Viewing Device Information...................................................... 22
Viewing Regulatory and Compliance Information................ 22
Device Care.............................................................................. 22
Cleaning the Device............................................................. 22
Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor
User Replaceable Batteries...................................................... 22
Replacing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery........................... 22
Replacing the Speed Sensor Battery................................... 22
Replacing the Cadence Sensor Battery............................... 22
........................................ 22
Troubleshooting........................................................... 23
Resetting the Device.................................................................23
Restoring the Default Settings............................................. 23
Clearing User Data and Settings......................................... 23
Maximizing Battery Life.............................................................23
Turning On Battery Save Mode........................................... 23
My phone will not connect to the device................................... 23
Improving GPS Satellite Reception.......................................... 23
My device is in the wrong language......................................... 23
Setting Your Elevation.............................................................. 23
Temperature Readings............................................................. 24
Replacement O-rings................................................................ 24
Getting More Information.......................................................... 24
Appendix....................................................................... 24
Data Fields................................................................................24
VO2 Max. Standard Ratings..................................................... 26
FTP Ratings.............................................................................. 26
Heart Rate Zone Calculations...................................................27
Wheel Size and Circumference................................................ 27
Index.............................................................................. 28
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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.
Device Overview
Select to enter sleep mode and wake the device.
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 activity timer.
Select to return to the previous screen.
Hold to return to the home 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.
Electrical
contacts
NOTE: Go to www.buy.garmin.com to purchase optional
accessories.
Viewing the Status Page
The status page displays the connection status of the GPS,
wireless sensors, and your smartphone.
Select an option:
• From the home screen, select .
• During a ride, select > Status Page.
Charge using an Edge external battery pack
accessory.
The status page appears. A flashing icon means the device is
searching for a signal. A solid icon means the signal was
found or the sensor is connected.
Viewing Widgets
Your device is preloaded with several widgets, and more are
available when you pair your device with a smartphone or other
compatible device.
From the status page, select Widgets.
1
Select or to view more widgets.
2
The next time you view the widgets, the last widget you viewed
appears.
Using the Shortcut Menu
Shortcut menu options are available to quickly access features
or perform functions, such as editing the current activity profile
from the home screen.
• When appears on the screen during a ride, select to
view the shortcut menu options.
• When appears on the screen, hold to view the shortcut
menu options.
Pairing Your Smartphone
To use the connected features of the Edge device, it must be
paired directly through the Garmin Connect™ app, instead of
from the Bluetooth® settings on your smartphone.
From the app store on your smartphone, install and open the
1
Garmin Connect app.
Hold to turn on the device.
2
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 > Connected
Features > Phone > Pair Smartphone to manually enter
pairing mode.
Select an option to add your device to your Garmin Connect
3
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
instructions.
After you pair successfully, a message appears, and your device
syncs automatically with your smartphone.
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 21).
Pull up the weather cap from the USB port .
1
Introduction 1
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on the
2
device.
Plug the large end of the USB cable into an AC adapter or a
3
computer USB port.
Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.
4
When you connect the device to a power source, the device
turns on.
Charge the device completely.
5
After you charge the device, close the weather cap.
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
1
not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.
Place the rubber disk on the back of the bike mount.
2
Two rubber disks are included, and you can select the disk
that best fits your bike. The rubber tabs align with the back of
the bike mount so it stays in place.
Installing the Out-Front Mount
NOTE: If you do not have this mount, you can skip this task.
Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it
1
does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.
Use the hex key to remove the screw from the handlebar
2
connector .
Place the rubber pad around the handlebar:
3
• 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.
4
Replace and tighten the screw.
5
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
6
mount notches .
Place the bike mount on the bike stem.
3
Attach the bike mount securely using the two bands .
4
Align the tabs on the back of the device with the bike mount
5
notches .
Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it
6
locks into place.
2 Introduction
Press down slightly and turn the Edge device clockwise until
7
it locks into place.
Releasing the Edge
Turn the Edge clockwise to unlock the device.
1
Lift the Edge off the mount.
2
Installing the Mountain Bike Mount
NOTE: If you do not have this mount, you can skip this task.
Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it
1
does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.
Use the 3 mm hex key to remove the screw from the
2
handlebar connector .
Select an option:
3
• 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
4
the mount arm is above the bike stem.
Use the 3 mm hex key to loosen the screw on the mount
5
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.
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.
1
The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky.
Wait while the device locates satellites.
2
It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals.
Training
Going for a Ride
If your device was packaged with a wireless sensor, they are
already paired and can be activated during initial setup.
Hold to turn on the device.
1
Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites.
2
The satellite bars turn green when the device is ready.
From the home screen, select .
3
Select an activity profile.
4
Select to start the activity timer.
5
If necessary, use the 2 mm hex key to remove the two
6
screws on the back side of the mount , 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.
7
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
8
mount notches .
Press down slightly and turn the Edge device clockwise until
9
it locks into place.
NOTE: History is recorded only while the activity timer is
running.
Select or for additional data screens.
6
If necessary, select to view menu options such as alerts
7
and data fields.
Select to stop the activity timer.
8
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.
9
Segments
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 530 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.
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The information in this manual applies to both Garmin Connect
segments and Strava segments.
Using the Strava Segment Explore Widget
The Strava Segment Explore widget allows you to view and ride
nearby Strava segments.
From the Strava Segment Explore widget, select a segment.
The segment appears on the map.
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 17).
NOTE: If you are using Strava segments, your starred segments
are transferred automatically to your device when it syncs with
the Garmin Connect app.
Select an option:
1
• Open the Garmin Connect app.
• Go to connect.garmin.com.
Select a segment.
2
Select or Send to Device.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
On the Edge device, select Menu > Training > Segments.
5
Select the segment.
6
Select Ride.
7
Enabling Segments
You can enable segment racing and prompts that alert you to
approaching segments.
Select Menu > Training > Segments > Segment Options >
1
Enable/Disable > Edit Multiple.
Select the segments to enable.
2
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.
1
When your path crosses an enabled segment, you can race
the segment.
Start racing the segment.
2
The segment data screen appears automatically.
If necessary, select to change your goal during your race.
3
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.
1
Select a segment.
2
Select an option:
3
• 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.
Turn Guidance: Enables or disables turn prompts.
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.
1
Select a segment.
2
Select Delete > OK.
3
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 Garmin Connect
Before you can download a workout from Garmin Connect, you
must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect,
page 17).
Select an option:
1
• Open the Garmin Connect app.
• Go to connect.garmin.com.
Create and save a new workout.
2
Select or Send to Device.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
Starting a Workout
Select Menu > Training > Workouts.
1
Select a workout.
2
Select Ride.
3
Select to start the activity timer.
4
After you begin a workout, the device displays each step of the
workout, the target (if any), and current workout data. An audible
alarm sounds when you are about to finish a workout step. A
message appears, counting down the time or distance until a
new step begins.
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Stopping a Workout
• At any time, select to end a workout step and begin the
next step.
• At any time, select to stop the activity timer.
• At any time, select > Stop Workout > OK to end the
workout.
Deleting Workouts
Select Menu > Training > Workouts > Workout Options >
1
Delete Multiple.
Select one or more workouts.
2
Select Delete Workouts > OK.
3
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 17).
You can browse Garmin Connect to find a training plan, and
schedule workouts and courses.
Connect the device to your computer.
1
Go to connect.garmin.com.
2
Select and schedule a training plan.
3
Review the training plan in your calendar.
4
Select an option:
5
• Sync your device with the Garmin Express™ application on
your computer.
• Sync your device with the Garmin Connect app on your
smartphone.
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 >
1
Type.
Select an option.
2
TIP: You can create an open-ended interval by setting the
type to Open.
If necessary, enter a high and low value for the interval.
3
Select Duration, enter a time interval value, and select .
4
Select .
5
Select Rest > Type.
6
Select an option.
7
If necessary, enter a high and low value for the rest interval.
8
Select Duration, enter time value for the rest interval, and
9
select .
Select .
10
Select one or more options:
11
• 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 > Do Workout.
1
Select to start the activity timer.
2
When your interval workout has a warm up, select to
3
begin the first interval.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
When you complete all of the intervals, a message appears.
Training Indoors
The device includes an indoor activity profile where GPS is
turned 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.
1
Select Menu > Training > Indoor Trainer > Pair ANT+ Bike
2
Trainer.
Select the indoor trainer to pair with your device.
3
Select Add Sensor.
4
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.
1
Select an option:
2
• Select Follow a Course to follow a saved course
(Courses, page 10).
• Select Follow an Activity to follow a saved ride (Going for
a Ride, page 3).
• Select Follow a Workout to follow a saved workout
(Workouts, page 4).
Select a course, activity, or workout.
3
Select Ride.
4
Select to start the activity timer.
5
The trainer increases or decreases resistance based on the
elevation information in the course or ride.
Setting Resistance
Select Menu > Training > Indoor Trainer > Set Resistance.
1
Select or to set the resistance force applied by the
2
trainer.
Select to start the activity timer.
3
If necessary, select > Set Resistance to adjust the
4
resistance during your activity.
Setting Target Power
Select Menu > Training > Indoor Trainer > Set Target
1
Power.
Set the target power value.
2
Select an activity profile.
3
Select to start the activity timer.
4
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The resistance force applied by the trainer is adjusted to
maintain a constant power output based on your speed.
If necessary, select > Set Target Power to adjust the
5
target power during your activity.
Setting a Training Target
The training target feature works with the Virtual Partner® feature
so you can train toward a set distance, distance and time, or
distance and speed goal. During your training activity, the device
gives you real-time feedback about how close you are to
achieving your training target.
Select Menu > Training > Set a Target.
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Select an option:
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• Select Distance Only to select a preset distance or enter
a custom distance.
• Select Distance and Time to select a distance and time
target.
• Select Distance and Speed to select a distance and
speed target.
The training target screen appears, indicating your estimated
finish time. The estimated finish time is based on your current
performance and the time remaining.
Select .
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Select to start the activity timer.
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If necessary, scroll to view the Virtual Partner screen.
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After you complete your activity, select > Save Ride.
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Cancelling a Training Target
Select > Cancel Target > OK.
My Stats
The Edge 530 device can track your personal statistics and
calculate performance measurements. Performance
measurements require a compatible heart rate monitor or power
meter.
Performance Measurements
These performance measurements are estimates that can help
you track and understand your training activities and race
performances. The measurements require a few activities using
wrist-based heart rate or a compatible chest heart rate monitor.
Cycling performance measurements require a heart rate monitor
and a power meter.
These estimates are provided and supported by Firstbeat. For
more information, go to www.garmin.com/performance-data.
NOTE: The estimates may seem inaccurate at first. The device
requires you to complete a few activities to learn about your
performance.
Training status: Training status shows you how your training
affects your fitness and performance. Your training status is
based on changes to your training load and VO2 max. over
an extended time period.
VO2 max.: VO2 max. is the maximum volume of oxygen (in
milliliters) you can consume per minute per kilogram of body
weight at your maximum performance. Your device displays
heat and altitude corrected VO2 max. values when you are
acclimating to high heat environments or high altitude.
Training load: Training load is the sum of your excess post-
exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) over the last 7 days.
EPOC is an estimate of how much energy it takes for your
body to recover after exercise.
Training load focus: Your device analyzes and distributes your
training load into different categories based on the intensity
and structure of each activity recorded. Training load focus
includes the total load accumulated per category, and the
focus of the training. Your device displays your load
distribution over the last 4 weeks.
Recovery time: The recovery time displays how much time
remains before you are fully recovered and ready for the next
hard workout.
Functional threshold power (FTP): The device uses your user
profile information from the initial setup to estimate your FTP.
For a more accurate rating, you can conduct a guided test.
HRV stress test: The HRV (heart rate variability) stress test
requires a Garmin chest heart rate monitor. The device
records your heart rate variability while standing still for 3
minutes. It provides your overall stress level. The scale is 1 to
100, and a lower score indicates a lower stress level.
Performance condition: Your performance condition is a real-
time assessment after 6 to 20 minutes of activity. It can be
added as a data field so you can view your performance
condition during the rest of your activity. It compares your
real-time condition to your average fitness level.
Power curve: The power curve displays your sustained power
output over time. You can view your power curve for the
previous month, three months, or twelve months.
Training Status
Training status shows you how your training affects your fitness
level and performance. Your training status is based on changes
to your training load and VO2 max. over an extended time
period. You can use your training status to help plan future
training and continue improving your fitness level.
Peaking: Peaking means that you are in ideal race condition.
Your recently reduced training load is allowing your body to
recover and fully compensate for earlier training. You should
plan ahead, since this peak state can only be maintained for
a short time.
Productive: Your current training load is moving your fitness
level and performance in the right direction. You should plan
recovery periods into your training to maintain your fitness
level.
Maintaining: Your current training load is enough to maintain
your fitness level. To see improvement, try adding more
variety to your workouts or increasing your training volume.
Recovery: Your lighter training load is allowing your body to
recover, which is essential during extended periods of hard
training. You can return to a higher training load when you
feel ready.
Unproductive: Your training load is at a good level, but your
fitness is decreasing. Your body may be struggling to
recover, so you should pay attention to your overall health
including stress, nutrition, and rest.
Detraining: Detraining occurs when you are training much less
than usual for a week or more, and it is affecting your fitness
level. You can try increasing your training load to see
improvement.
Overreaching: Your training load is very high and
counterproductive. Your body needs a rest. You should give
yourself time to recover by adding lighter training to your
schedule.
No Status: The device needs one or two weeks of training
history, including activities with VO2 max. results from
running or cycling, to determine your training status.
About VO2 Max. Estimates
VO2 max. is the maximum volume of oxygen (in milliliters) you
can consume per minute per kilogram of body weight at your
maximum performance. In simple terms, VO2 max. is an
indication of athletic performance and should increase as your
level of fitness improves. VO2 max. estimates are provided and
supported by Firstbeat. You can use your Garmin device paired
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with a compatible heart rate monitor and power meter to display
your cycling VO2 max. estimate.
Getting Your VO2 Max. Estimate
Before you can view your VO2 max. estimate, you must put on
the heart rate monitor, install the power meter, and pair them
with your device (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 15). If
your device was packaged with a heart rate monitor, the device
and sensor are already paired. For the most accurate estimate,
complete the user profile setup (Setting Up Your User Profile,
page 18), and set your maximum heart rate (Setting Your Heart
Rate Zones, page 14).
NOTE: The estimate may seem inaccurate at first. The device
requires a few rides to learn about your cycling performance.
Ride at a steady, high intensity for at least 20 minutes
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outdoors.
After your ride, select Save Ride.
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Select Menu > My Stats > Training Status > VO2 Max..
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Your VO2 max. estimate appears as a number and position
on the color gauge.
Training Load
Training load is a measurement of your training volume over the
last seven days. It is the sum of your excess post-exercise
oxygen consumption (EPOC) measurements for the last seven
days. The gauge indicates whether your current load is low,
high, or within the optimal range to maintain or improve your
fitness level. The optimal range is determined based on your
individual fitness level and training history. The range adjusts as
your training time and intensity increase or decrease.
Getting Your Training Load Estimate
Before you can view your training load estimate, you must put
on the heart rate monitor, install the power meter, and pair them
with your device (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 15). If
your device was packaged with a heart rate monitor, the device
and sensor are already paired. For the most accurate estimate,
complete the user profile setup (Setting Up Your User Profile,
page 18), and set your maximum heart rate (Setting Your Heart
Rate Zones, page 14).
NOTE: The estimate may seem inaccurate at first. The device
requires a few rides to learn about your cycling performance.
Ride at least once during a seven day period.
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Select Menu > My Stats > Training Status > Load.
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Your training load estimate appears as a number and
position on the color gauge.
Purple Superior
Blue Excellent
Green Good
Orange Fair
Red Poor
VO2 max. data and analysis is provided with permission from
The Cooper Institute®. For more information, see the
appendix (VO2 Max. Standard Ratings, page 26), and go to
www.CooperInstitute.org.
Tips for Cycling VO2 Max. Estimates
The success and accuracy of the VO2 max. calculation
improves when your ride is a sustained and moderately hard
effort, and where heart rate and power are not highly variable.
• Before your ride, check that your device, heart rate monitor,
and power meter are functioning properly, paired, and have
good battery life.
• During your 20 minute ride, maintain your heart rate at
greater than 70% of your maximum heart rate.
• During your 20 minute ride, maintain a fairly constant power
output.
• Avoid rolling terrain.
• Avoid riding in groups where there is a lot of drafting.
Heat and Altitude Performance Acclimation
Environmental factors such as high temperature and altitude
impact your training and performance. For example, high
altitude training can have a positive impact on your fitness, but
you may notice a temporary VO2 max. decline while exposed to
high altitudes. Your Edge 530 device provides acclimation
notifications and corrections to your VO2 max. estimate and
training status when the temperature is above 22ºC (72ºF) and
when the altitude is above 800 m (2625 ft.). You can keep track
of your heat and altitude acclimation in the training status
widget.
NOTE: The heat acclimation feature is available only for GPS
activities and requires weather data from your connected
smartphone. Full acclimation takes a minimum of 4 training
days.
Orange High
Green Optimal
Blue Low
Training Load Focus
In order to maximize performance and fitness gains, training
should be distributed across three categories: low aerobic, high
aerobic, and anaerobic. Training load focus shows you how
much of your training is currently in each category and provides
training targets. Training load focus requires at least 7 days of
training to determine if your training load is low, optimal, or high.
After 4 weeks of training history, your training load estimate will
have more detailed target information to help you balance your
training activities.
Below targets: Your training load is lower than optimal in all
intensity categories. Try increasing the duration or frequency
of your workouts.
Low aerobic shortage: Try adding more low aerobic activities
to provide recovery and balance for your higher intensity
activities.
High aerobic shortage: Try adding more high aerobic activities
to help improve your lactate threshold and VO2 max. over
time.
Anaerobic shortage: Try adding a few more intense, anaerobic
activities to improve your speed and anaerobic capacity over
time.
Balanced: Your training load is balanced and provides all-
around fitness benefits as you continue training.
Low aerobic focus: Your training load is mostly low aerobic
activity. This provides a solid foundation and prepares you for
adding more intense workouts.
High aerobic focus: Your training load is mostly high aerobic
activity. These activities help to improve lactate threshold,
VO2 max., and endurance.
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