Garmin EDGE 840 User manual

EDGE® 840
Quick Start Manual

Edge® 840
Quick Start Manual
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 and lock the
touchscreen.
Select to mark a new lap.
Select to start and stop the
activity timer.
Electrical
contacts
Charge using an Edge®
external battery pack
accessory.
NOTE: Go to www.buy.garmin.com to
purchase optional accessories.
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.
1From the app store on your
smartphone, install and open the
Garmin Connect app.
2Hold 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.
3Follow the instructions in the app to
complete the pairing and setup
process.
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After you pair successfully, a message
appears, and your device syncs
automatically with your smartphone.
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.
1Select a secure location to mount the
device where it does not interfere with
the safe operation of your bike.
2Place 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.
3Place the bike mount on the bike stem.
4Attach the bike mount securely using
the two bands .
5Align the tabs on the back of the
device with the bike mount notches
.
6Press 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.
1Select a secure location to mount the
Edge device where it does not
interfere with the safe operation of
your bike.
2Use the hex key to remove the screw
from the handlebar connector .
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3Place 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.
4Place the handlebar connector around
the rubber pad.
5Replace 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.
6Align the tabs on the back of the Edge
device with the bike mount notches
.
7Press down slightly and turn the Edge
device clockwise until it locks into
place.
Installing the Mountain Bike Mount
NOTE: If you do not have this mount, you
can skip this task.
1Select a secure location to mount the
Edge device where it does not
interfere with the safe operation of
your bike.
2Use the 3 mm hex key to remove the
screw from the handlebar
connector .
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3Select 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.
4Place the handlebar connector around
the handlebar, so that the mount arm
is above the bike stem.
5Use 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.
6If necessary, use the 2 mm hex key to
remove the two screws on the back
side of the mount , remove and
rotate the connector, and replace the
screws to change the orientation of the
mount.
7Replace 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
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should check the tightness of the
screw periodically.
8Align the tabs on the back of the Edge
device with the bike mount notches
.
9Press down slightly and turn the Edge
device clockwise until it locks into
place.
Going for a Ride
If you are using a wireless sensor or
accessory, it can be paired and activated
during initial setup. If your device was
packaged with a wireless sensor, they are
already paired and can be activated during
initial setup.
1Hold to turn on the device.
2Go outside, and wait while the device
locates satellites.
The satellite bars turn green when the
device is ready.
3From the home screen, select or
to select an activity profile.
4Select .
5Select to start the activity timer.
NOTE: History is recorded only while
the activity timer is running.
6Swipe left or right to view additional
data screens.
You can swipe down from the top of
the data screens to view the widgets.
7If necessary, tap the screen to view
the timer overlay.
8Select to stop the activity timer.
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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.
9Select Save Ride.
10 Select .
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.
1From the home screen, swipe down
from the top of the screen.
The settings widget 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. You can select
any icon to change the settings.
2Swipe left or right to view more
widgets.
Bluetooth Connected Features
The Edge device has several Bluetooth
connected features for your compatible
smartphone using the Garmin Connect
and Connect 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
announcements on your smartphone
during a ride.
Connect IQ downloadable features:
Allows you to download Connect IQ
features from the Connect IQ app.
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Course, segment, and workout
downloads from Garmin Connect:
Allows you to search for activities on
Garmin Connect using your
smartphone and send them to your
device.
Device to device transfers: Allows you to
wirelessly transfer files to another
compatible Edge device.
Find my Edge: Locates your lost Edge
device that is paired with your
smartphone and currently within range.
GroupTrack: Allows you to keep track of
other riders in your group using
LiveTrack directly on screen and in
real time. You can send preset
messages to other riders in your
GroupTrack session who have a
compatible Edge device.
Incident detection: Allows the Garmin
Connect app to send a message to
your emergency contacts when the
Edge device detects an incident.
LiveTrack: Allows friends and family to
follow your races and training activities
in real time. You can invite followers
using email or social media, allowing
them to view your live data on a
Garmin Connect tracking page.
Messages: Allows you to reply to an
incoming call or text message with a
preset text message. This feature is
available with compatible Android™
smartphones.
Notifications: Displays phone
notifications and messages on your
device.
Social media interactions: Allows you to
post an update to your favorite social
media website when you upload an
activity to Garmin Connect.
Weather updates: Sends real-time
weather conditions and alerts to your
device.
Incident Detection
CAUTION
Incident detection is a supplemental
feature primarily designed for road use.
Incident detection should not be relied on
as a primary method to obtain emergency
assistance. The Garmin Connect Mobile
app does not contact emergency services
on your behalf.
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When an incident is detected by your
Edge device with GPS enabled, the
Garmin Connect Mobile app can send an
automated text message and email with
your name and GPS location to your
emergency contacts.
For more information, see your owner's
manual.
Assistance
CAUTION
Assistance is a supplemental feature and
should not be relied on as a primary
method to obtain emergency assistance.
The Garmin Connect Mobile app does not
contact emergency services on your
behalf.
When your Edge device with GPS enabled
is connected to the Garmin Connect
Mobile app, you can send an automated
text message with your name and GPS
location to your emergency contacts.
For more information, see your owner's
manual.
Wireless Sensors
Your device can be used with wireless
ANT+® or Bluetooth sensors. For more
information about compatibility and
purchasing 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.
1Snap the heart rate monitor module
onto the strap.
The Garmin logos on the module and
the strap should be right-side up.
2Wet the electrodes and the contact
patches on the back of the strap to
create a strong connection between
your chest and the transmitter.
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3Wrap the strap around your chest, and
connect the strap hook to the loop
.
NOTE: The care tag should not fold
over.
The Garmin logos should be right-side
up.
4Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of
the heart rate monitor.
After you put on the heart rate monitor, it is
active and sending data.
Installing the Cadence Sensor
NOTE: If you do not have this sensor, you
can skip this task.
TIP: Garmin recommends you secure your
bike on a stand while installing the sensor.
1Select the band size that fits your
crank arm securely.
The band you select should be the
smallest one that stretches across the
crank arm.
2On the non-drive side, place and hold
the flat side of the cadence sensor on
the inside of the crank arm.
3Pull the bands around the crank
arm, and attach them to the hooks
on the sensor.
4Rotate the crank arm to check for
clearance.
The sensor and bands should not
contact any part of your bike or shoe.
NOTE: The LED flashes green for five
seconds to indicate activity after two
revolutions.
5Take a 15 minute test ride and inspect
the sensor and bands to ensure there
is no evidence of damage.
Installing the Speed Sensor
NOTE: If you do not have this sensor, you
can skip this task.
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TIP: Garmin recommends you secure your
bike on a stand while installing the sensor.
1Place and hold the speed sensor on
top of the wheel hub.
2Pull the strap around the wheel
hub, and attach it to the hook on
the sensor.
The sensor may be tilted when
installed on an asymmetrical hub. This
does not affect operation.
3Rotate the wheel to check for
clearance.
The sensor should not contact other
parts of your bike.
NOTE: The LED flashes green for five
seconds to indicate activity after two
revolutions.
Device Information
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
(page 12).
1Pull up the weather cap from the
USB port .
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2Plug the small end of the USB cable
into the USB port on the device.
3Plug the large end of the USB cable
into an AC adapter or a computer USB
port.
4Plug the AC adapter into a standard
wall outlet.
When you connect the device to a
power source, the device turns on.
5Charge the device completely.
After you charge the device, close the
weather cap.
Specifications
Edge operating temperature range:
From -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF)
Edge charging temperature range: From
0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF)
Speed sensor and cadence sensor
operating temperature range: From
-20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF)
Heart rate monitor operating
temperature range: From -5° to 50°C
(from 23° to 122°F)
Wireless frequency/protocol: 2.4 GHz
@ 16.4 dBm nominal
Product Updates
On your computer, install Garmin
Express™ (www.garmin.com/express). On
your smartphone, install the Garmin
Connect Mobile app.
This provides easy access to these
services for Garmin devices:
• Software updates
• Map updates
• Data uploads to Garmin Connect
•Product registration
Getting More Information
• Go to support.garmin.com for
additional manuals, articles, and
software updates.
• Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.
• Go to www.garmin.com
/learningcenter.
• Go to buy.garmin.com, or contact
your Garmin dealer for information
about optional accessories and
replacement parts.
Getting the Owner's Manual
The owner's manual includes instructions
for using device features and accessing
regulatory information.
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