Garmin Edge 530 Owners Manual - Page 19

2 Pull the strap around the wheel hub, and attach it to the hook on the sensor. Data Averaging for Cadence or Power The non-zero data-averaging setting is available if you are training with an optional cadence sensor or power meter. The default setting excludes zero values that occur when you are not pedaling. You can change the value of this setting (Data Recording Settings, page 21). The sensor may be tilted when installed on an asymmetrical hub. This does not affect operation. 3 Rotate 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. 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. 1 Select the band size that fits your crank arm securely. The band you select should be the smallest one that stretches across the crank arm. 2 On the non-drive side, place and hold the flat side of the cadence sensor on the inside of the crank arm. 3 Pull the bands around the crank arm, and attach them to the hooks on the sensor. 4 Rotate 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. 5 Take a 15 minute test ride and inspect the sensor and bands to ensure there is no evidence of damage. About the Speed and Cadence Sensors Cadence data from the cadence sensor is always recorded. If no speed and cadence sensors are paired with the device, GPS data is used to calculate the speed and distance. Cadence is your rate of pedaling or "spinning" measured by the number of revolutions of the crank arm per minute (rpm). Pairing Your Wireless Sensors Before you can pair, you must put on the heart rate monitor or install the sensor. Pairing is the connecting of ANT+ or Bluetooth wireless sensors, for example, connecting a heart rate monitor with your Garmin device. 1 Bring the device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the sensor. NOTE: Stay 10 m (33 ft.) away from other riders' sensors while pairing. 2 Select Menu > Settings > Sensors > Add Sensor. 3 Select an option: • Select a sensor type. • Select Search All to search for all nearby sensors. A list of available sensors appears. 4 Select one or more sensors to pair with your device. 5 Select Add Sensor. When the sensor is paired with your device, the sensor status is Connected. You can customize a data field to display sensor data. Training with Power Meters • Go to www.garmin.com/intosports for a list of ANT+ sensors that are compatible with your device (such as Vector™). • For more information, see the owner's manual for your power meter. • Adjust your power zones to match your goals and abilities (Setting Your Power Zones, page 15). • Use range alerts to be notified when you reach a specified power zone (Setting Range Alerts, page 19). • Customize the power data fields (Adding a Data Screen, page 19). Setting Your Power Zones The values for the zones are default values and may not match your personal abilities. You can manually adjust your zones on the device or using Garmin Connect. If you know your functional threshold power (FTP) value, you can enter it and allow the software to calculate your power zones automatically. 1 Select Menu > My Stats > Training Zones > Power Zones. 2 Enter your FTP value. 3 Select Based On:. 4 Select an option: • Select watts to view and edit the zones in watts. • Select % FTP to view and edit the zones as a percentage of your functional threshold power. Calibrating Your Power Meter Before you can calibrate your power meter, you must install it, pair it with your device, and begin actively recording data with it. For calibration instructions specific to your power meter, see the manufacturer's instructions. 1 Select Menu > Settings > Sensors. 2 Select your power meter. 3 Select Calibrate. Wireless Sensors 15