Garmin Group Ride User manual

GROUP RIDE
INSTRUCTIONS
Mounting the Antenna
NOTE: The mounted antenna must be at least 4 cm (1.57 in.)
away from the nearest roll bar or metal surface to avoid radio
interference.
You can use the external antenna mount to mount your antenna
in a more suitable location for your vehicle, such as a roll bar at
the rear of your vehicle, to receive better radio reception. For the
best results, use this method for vehicles that have a roll cage.
1Screw down and tighten the antenna cable onto the Group
Ride mount .
2Find a suitable location for the antenna.
3Using a flat head screwdriver or 5/16 in. (8 mm) nut driver,
loosen the bolt on the external antenna mount until the
ring separates.
4Place the mount around the roll bar.
5Tighten the bolt on the mount until the ring is secure.
6Screw down and tighten the antenna onto the external
antenna mount plate.
7Route the antenna cable along a suitable path in your
vehicle, and secure it using the included zip ties.
Installing the Antenna on the Group Ride
Mount
NOTE: The mounted antenna must be at least 4 cm (1.57 in.)
away from the nearest roll bar or metal surface to avoid radio
interference.
For the best range performance, use the external antenna
mount. You can mount the antenna directly onto the Group Ride
mount when it is not possible to use the external antenna mount.
Screw down and tighten the antenna onto the Group Ride
mount.
Installing the Fist Microphone and Mount
Before you can attach the fist microphone mount to your
dashboard, you must select a suitable location on the
dashboard.
WARNING
It is your responsibility to ensure the mounting location complies
with all applicable laws and ordinances, and does not block your
view of the road during the safe operation of your vehicle.
NOTICE
Avoid wires, gauges, air bags, air bag covers, HVAC, and other
items when drilling pilot holes and attaching the mount to the
vehicle. Garmin® is not responsible for any damages or
consequences arising from the installation.
NOTE: This feature is not available on all product models.
1Align and insert the connector on the fist microphone onto the
Group Ride mount.
2Tighten the collar around the connected cable.
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3Place the mount on the selected location.
4Using the mount as a template, mark the three screw
locations.
5Drill pilot holes (optional).
For some types of mounting material, drilling pilot holes is
necessary.
6Securely fasten the mount to the surface using the supplied
screws .
7Slide the fist microphone onto the mount.
Group Ride
The Group Ride app allows you to coordinate rides and
communicate with nearby riders using preset text messages,
live map locations, and voice communications.
Starting a Group Ride
You can create a group ride that allows you to choose the group
radio channel, view and remove riders who join your group ride,
and set the group ride name.
NOTE: For some product models, the Group Ride app is located
in the apps menu.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride > Start a Group
Ride.
2Enter your rider name, and select Done.
3If necessary, select the radio channel, and select Next.
4Enter the ride name, and select Done.
As riders join your group ride, their names appear on the list.
5Select Start.
The group ride begins after all riders sync with the group ride.
Joining a Group Ride
You can join a nearby group ride that was created by another
rider.
NOTE: For some product models, the Group Ride app is located
in the apps menu.
1From the main menu, select Group Ride > Nearby Group
Rides.
2Select a nearby group ride, and select Join.
Radio
NOTE: This feature is not available on all product models.
You can use the radio app to create radio presets, select a radio
channel, and select squelch codes. To use this feature, you
must connect the device and the antenna to the Group Ride
mount. The Garmin device configures radio settings
automatically when you join or create a group ride.
Selecting a Preset
NOTE: For some product models, the Radio app is located in
the apps menu.
1From the main menu, select Radio.
2Select an option:
• To move through available presets, select or .
• To select a preset from the menu, select Preset.
Transmitting Your Voice
Before you can transmit your voice, you must pair your Garmin
device with a compatible Bluetooth® headset or connect the fist
microphone.
You can transmit your voice over the radio using the connected
fist microphone or a compatible Bluetooth headset.
NOTE: For some product models, the Radio app is located in
the apps menu.
Select an option:
• Hold the push-to-talk button on the side of the connected
fist microphone.
• From the main menu, select Radio > Push to Talk .
• Use the voice dial feature on your connected Bluetooth
headset.
TIP: You can press the pause or stop button to manually
close the radio.
NOTE: You must enable the Push to Talk with Headset
setting to use this feature.
Group Ride Specifications
Water resistance IEC 60529 IPX71
Operating temperature range From -20° to 55°C (from -4° to 131°F)
Charging temperature range From 0° to 45°C (from 32° to 113°F)
Power input (vehicle power
cable, motorcycle, or
external power)
From 12 to 24 Vdc
Battery type Lithium-ion battery
Battery voltage range From 3.5 to 4.1 V
Wireless frequencies (United
States)
From 151.82 to 154.6 MHz @ 31.7 dBm
Wireless frequencies
(EMEA)
From 169.4125 to 169.4625 MHz @ 29.5
dBm
Wireless frequencies (New
Zealand)
From 160.175 to 160.5750 MHz @ 22
dBm
Wireless frequencies
(Australia)
From 151.15 to 152.15 MHz @ 17.3
dBm
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1 The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min.
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