EDGE EXPLORE 2 ® Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents Introduction......................................1 Device Overview...................................... 2 Home Screen Overview....................... 3 Viewing Widgets.................................. 4 Viewing Glances.................................. 5 Using the Touchscreen....................... 5 Locking the Touchscreen................ 5 Acquiring Satellite Signals...................... 6 Navigation........................................ 6 Going for a Ride.........................
Setting Up Your User Profile................. 27 Wireless Sensors............................ 28 Pairing Your Wireless Sensors............. 29 Wireless Sensor Battery Life................ 29 Setting Your Heart Rate Zones............. 29 About Heart Rate Zones................... 29 Fitness Goals..................................... 30 Training with Power Meters................. 30 Setting Your Power Zones................ 30 Calibrating Your Power Meter.......... 30 Pedal-Based Power.........................
Updating the Software Using Garmin Express.............................................. 49 Viewing Device Information................. 49 Viewing Regulatory and Compliance Information........................................ 49 Device Care............................................ 50 Cleaning the Device........................... 50 Edge Power Mount Device Care........... 50 Cleaning the Edge Power Mount...... 50 Troubleshooting............................. 50 Resetting the Device........................
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 Press to enter sleep mode and wake the device. Hold to turn the device on and off and lock the touchscreen. Press to mark a new lap. USB port (under weather cap) Lift the weather cap to charge the device or connect it to a computer. Replace the weather cap to prevent damage to the USB port. Press to start and stop the activity timer. Select to open the main menu. Glances 2 Swipe up or down on the home screen to view the glances. Select to open the glance or menu.
Swipe left or right to change the biking profile. Select to open the biking profile. Biking profile Swipe down from the top of the screen to view the widgets, then swipe left or right to view more widgets. Widgets Charge using an external power accessory. NOTE: Not available on all models. Electrical contacts NOTE: Go to buy.garmin.com to purchase optional accessories. Home Screen Overview The home screen gives you quick access to all the features of the Edge device.
Viewing Widgets Your device is preloaded with several widgets, and more are available when you pair your device with a phone or other compatible device. 1 From 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. 2 Swipe left or right to view more widgets.
Viewing Glances Glances provide quick access to health data, activity information, built-in sensors, and more. • From the home screen, swipe up or down. The device scrolls through the glances. • Select a glance to view additional information. • Select to customize the glances (Customizing the Glances, page 42). Using the Touchscreen • When the timer is running, tap the screen to view the timer overlay. The timer overlay allows you to return to the home screen during a ride.
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. TIP: For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. 1 Go outdoors to an open area. The front of the device should be oriented toward the sky. 2 Wait while the device locates satellites. It may take 30–60 seconds to locate satellite signals.
Going for a Ride If you are using a wireless sensor or accessory, it can be paired and activated during initial setup (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 29). 1 Hold to turn on the device. 2 Go outside, and wait while the device locates satellites. The satellite bars turn green when the device is ready. 3 From the home screen, select or to change the biking profile. 4 Press to start the activity timer. NOTE: History is recorded only while the activity timer is running.
Marking Your Location Before you can mark a location, you must locate satellites. If you want to remember landmarks or return to a certain spot, you can mark a location. 1 Go for a ride. 2 Select Navigation > > Mark Location > . Saving Locations from the Map 1 Select Navigation > Browse Map. 2 Browse the map for the location. 3 Select the location. Location information appears at the top of the map. 4 Select the location information. 5 Select > Save Location > .
Navigating to a Location TIP: You can use the LOCATION SEARCH glance to perform a quick search from the home screen. If necessary, you can add the glance to the glance loop (Customizing the Glances, page 42). 1 Select Navigation. 2 Select an option: • Select Browse Map to navigate to a location on the map. • Select Courses to navigate using a saved course (Courses, page 10). • Select Search to navigate to a point of interest, city, address, intersection, or known coordinates.
Navigating Back to Start At any point during your ride, you can return to the starting point. 1 Go for a ride. 2 At any time, swipe down from the top of the screen, and on the controls widget, select Back to Start. 3 Select Along Same Route or Most Direct Route. 4 Select Ride. The device navigates you back to the starting point of your ride. Stopping Navigation 1 Scroll to the map. 2 Tap the screen. 3 Select Stop Navigation > . Editing Locations 1 2 3 4 5 Select Navigation > Saved Locations.
Planning and Riding a Course You can create and ride a custom course. A course is a sequence of waypoints or locations that leads you to your final destination. TIP: You can also create a custom course in the Garmin Connect app and send it to your device (Following a Course From Garmin Connect, page 13). 1 Select Courses > > Course Creator. 2 Select to add a location. 3 Select an option: • To select your current location on the map, select Current Location.
Creating and Riding a Round-Trip Course The device can create a round-trip course based on a specified distance, starting location, and direction of navigation. 1 Select Courses > > Round-Trip Course. 2 Select Distance, and enter the total distance for the course. 3 Select Start Location. 4 Select an option: • To select your current location, select Current Location. • To select a location on the map, select Use Map, and select a location.
Following a Course From Garmin Connect Before you can download a course from Garmin Connect, you must have a Garmin Connect account (Garmin Connect, page 33). 1 Select an option: • Open the Garmin Connect app. • Go to connect.garmin.com. 2 Create a new course, or select an existing course. 3 Select an option: • On the Garmin Connect app, select > Send to Device. • On the Garmin Connect website, select Send to Device. 4 Select your Edge device.
Using ClimbPro The ClimbPro feature helps you manage your effort for the upcoming climbs on a course. You can view details about the climbs, including when they occur, average gradient, and total ascent. The climb categories, based on length and gradient, are indicated by color. TIP: After your ride, you can view the climb splits in the ride history. 1 Enable the ClimbPro feature for the activity profile (Updating Your Activity Profile, page 36).
Rerouting a Course You can choose how the device recalculates the route when you go off course. When you go off course, select an option: • To pause navigation until you get back on course, select Pause Navigation. • To choose from rerouting suggestions, select Re-route. NOTE: The first rerouting option is the shortest route back to the course and starts automatically after 10 seconds. Stopping a Course 1 Scroll to the map. 2 Swipe down from the top of the screen, and scroll to the controls widget.
Map Themes You can change the map theme to adjust the appearance of the map for your ride type. Select > Activity Profiles, select a profile, and select Navigation > Map > Appearance > Map Theme. Classic: Uses the classic Edge map color scheme, with no additional theme applied. High Contrast: Sets the map to display data with higher contrast, for better visibility in challenging environments. Mountain Biking: Sets the map to optimize trail data in mountain biking mode.
Bluetooth Connected Features The Edge device has several Bluetooth connected features for your compatible phone 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. Audio prompts: Allows the Garmin Connect app to play status announcements on your phone during a ride.
Incident Detection CAUTION Incident detection is a supplemental feature available only for certain outdoor activities. Incident detection should not be relied on as a primary method to obtain emergency assistance. The Garmin Connect app does not contact emergency services on your behalf. NOTICE Before you can enable incident detection on your device, you must set up emergency contact information in the Garmin Connect app.
Requesting Assistance NOTICE Before you can request assistance, you must enable GPS on your Edge device and set up emergency contact information in the Garmin Connect app. Your paired phone must be equipped with a data plan and be in an area of network coverage where data is available. Your emergency contacts must be able to receive emails or text messages (standard text messaging rates may apply). 1 Hold for five seconds to activate the assistance feature.
Starting a GroupTrack Session Before you can start a GroupTrack session, you must have a smartphone with the Garmin Connect app paired to your device (Pairing Your Phone, page 16). During a ride, you can see the riders in your GroupTrack session on the map. 1 On the Edge device, select > Safety & Tracking > GroupTrack to enable viewing connections on the map screen. 2 From the Garmin Connect app, select or . 3 Select Safety & Tracking > LiveTrack > > Settings > GroupTrack > All Connections.
Tips for GroupTrack Sessions The GroupTrack feature allows you to keep track of other riders in your group using LiveTrack directly on the screen. All riders in the group must be your connections in your Garmin Connect account. • Ride outside using GPS. • Pair your Edge Explore 2 device with your phone using Bluetooth technology. • In the Garmin Connect app, select or , and select Connections to update the list of riders for your GroupTrack session.
Training 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 ® 1 2 3 4 Bring the Edge device within 3 m (10 ft.) of the ANT+ indoor trainer. Select the indoor biking profile. Select the indoor trainer to pair with your Edge device. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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. 1 Select Training > Set a Target. 2 Select an option: • Select Distance Only to select a preset distance or enter a custom distance. • Select Distance and Time to select a distance and time target.
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 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 29). For the most accurate estimate, complete the user profile setup (Setting Up Your User Profile, page 27), and set your maximum heart rate (Setting Your Heart Rate Zones, page 29). NOTE: The estimate may seem inaccurate at first.
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.
Reverting a Personal Record You can set each personal record back to the one previously recorded. 1 Select > My Stats > Personal Records. 2 Select a record to revert. 3 Select Previous Record > . NOTE: This does not delete any saved activities. Deleting a Personal Record 1 Select > My Stats > Personal Records. 2 Select a personal record. 3 Select > .
Wireless Sensors Your device can be paired and used with wireless ANT+ or Bluetooth sensors (Pairing Your Wireless Sensors, page 29). After the devices are paired, you can customize the optional data fields (Adding a Data Screen, page 37). If your device was packaged with a sensor, they are already paired. For information about specific Garmin sensor compatibility, purchasing, or to view the owner's manual, go to buy.garmin.com for that sensor.
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 > Sensors > Add Sensor. 3 Select an option: • Select a sensor type. • Select Search All to search for all nearby sensors.
Fitness Goals Knowing your heart rate zones can help you measure and improve your fitness by understanding and applying these principles. • Your heart rate is a good measure of exercise intensity. • Training in certain heart rate zones can help you improve cardiovascular capacity and strength. If you know your maximum heart rate, you can use the table (Heart Rate Zone Calculations, page 55) to determine the best heart rate zone for your fitness objectives.
Updating the Rally Software Using the Edge Device Before you can update the software, you must pair your Edge device with your Rally system. 1 Send your ride data to your Garmin Connect account (Sending Your Ride to Garmin Connect, page 34). Garmin Connect automatically looks for software updates and sends them to your Edge device. 2 Bring your Edge device within range (3 m) of the sensor. 3 Rotate the crank arm a few times. The Edge device prompts you to install all pending software updates.
Viewing eBike Sensor Details 1 Select > Sensors. 2 Select your eBike. 3 Select an option: • To view eBike details, such as the odometer or travel distance, select Sensor Details > eBike Details. • To view eBike error messages, select . See the eBike owner's manual for more information. inReach Remote The inReach remote function allows you to control your inReach device using your Edge device. Go to buy.garmin.com to purchase a compatible inReach device.
Viewing Your Time in Each Training Zone Before you can view your time in each training zone, you must pair your device with a compatible heart rate monitor or power meter, complete an activity, and save the activity. Viewing your time in each heart rate and power zone can help you adjust your training intensity. You can adjust your power zones (Setting Your Power Zones, page 30) and your heart rate zones (Setting Your Heart Rate Zones, page 29) to match your goals and abilities.
Share your activities: You can connect with friends to follow each other's activities or post links to your activities on your favorite social networking sites. Sending Your Ride to Garmin Connect • Sync your Edge device with the Garmin Connect app on your smartphone. • Use the USB cable that came with your Edge device to send ride data to your Garmin Connect account on your computer. Data Recording The device uses smart recording. It records key points where you change direction, speed, or heart rate.
Transferring Files to Your Device 1 Connect the device to your computer. On Windows computers, the device appears as a removable drive or a portable device. On Mac computers, the device appears as a mounted volume. NOTE: Some computers with multiple network drives may not display device drives properly. See your operating system documentation to learn how to map the drive. 2 On your computer, open the file browser. 3 Select a file. 4 Select Edit > Copy.
Downloading Connect IQ Features Using Your Computer 1 2 3 4 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable. Go to apps.garmin.com, and sign in. Select a Connect IQ feature, and download it. Follow the on-screen instructions. Updating Your Activity Profile You can customize three activity profiles. You can customize your settings and data fields for a particular activity or trip. TIP: You can also customize the activity profiles from the device settings in the Garmin Connect app.
Adding a Data Screen 1 2 3 4 Select > Activity Profiles. Select a profile. Select Data Screens > Add New > Data Screen. Select a category, and select one or more data fields. TIP: For a list of all the available data fields, go to Data Fields, page 53. 5 Select . 6 Select an option: • Select another category to select more data fields. • Select . 7 Select or to change the layout. 8 Select . 9 Select an option: • Tap a data field, then tap another data field to rearrange them.
Setting Range Alerts If you have an optional heart rate monitor, cadence sensor, or power meter, you can set up range alerts. A range alert notifies you when the device measurement is above or below a specified range of values. For example, you can set the device to alert you when your cadence is below 40 RPM and over 90 RPM. You can also use a training zone for the range alert (Training Zones, page 27). 1 Select > Activity Profiles. 2 Select a profile. 3 Select Alerts and Prompts.
Marking Laps by Distance You can use the Auto Lap feature to mark the lap at a specific distance automatically. This feature is helpful for comparing your performance over different parts of a ride (for example, every 10 miles or 40 kilometers). 1 Select > Activity Profiles. 2 Select a profile. 3 Select Alerts and Prompts > Lap. 4 Turn on the Auto Lap alert. 5 Select Auto Lap Trigger > By Distance. 6 Select Lap At. 7 Enter a value. 8 Select .
Starting the Timer Automatically This feature automatically detects when your device has acquired satellites and is moving. It starts the activity timer or reminds you to start the activity timer so you can record your ride data. 1 Select > Activity Profiles. 2 Select a profile. 3 Select Timer > Timer Start Mode. 4 Select an option: • Select Manual, and select to start the activity timer. • Select Prompted to display a visual reminder when you reach the start notice speed.
Guest Mode The guest mode feature allows you to limit the features and settings available before sharing the device with a guest user. Enabling Guest Mode 1 Select > Guest Mode > Enable. 2 Select an option: • To enable guest mode and require a code to disable it, select • To enable guest mode without requiring a code, select . The device limits the settings available for customization. , enter a 4-digit code, and select . Disabling Guest Mode 1 Select > Guest Mode > Enable.
Customizing the Glances 1 Scroll to the bottom of the home screen. 2 Select . 3 Select an option: • Select to add a glance to the glance loop. • Select to drag the glance up or down to change the location of the glance in the glance loop. • Swipe left on a glance, and select to remove the glance from the glance loop. Customizing the Widget Loop You can change the order of widgets in the widget loop, remove widgets, and add new widgets. 1 Select > System > Widgets.
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 (Specifications, page 49). 1 Pull up the weather cap from the USB port .
Installing the Standard Mount For the best GPS reception and screen visibility, position the bike mount so the device is horizontal to the ground and the front of the device is oriented toward the sky. You can install the bike mount on the stem or the handlebar. NOTE: If you do not have this mount, you can skip this task. 1 Select a secure location to mount the device where it does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike. 2 Place the rubber disk on the back of the bike mount.
Releasing the Edge 1 Turn the Edge clockwise to unlock the device. 2 Lift the Edge off the mount.
Installing the Edge Power Mount You can use the power mount to install your Edge device and connect it to your eBike. Garmin recommends that you adjust the mount for the Edge viewing angle before you connect the cable to your eBike. NOTE: If you do not have this mount, you can skip this task. 1 Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it does not interfere with the safe operation of your eBike. 2 Use the 2.5 mm hex key to remove the screw from the handlebar connector .
5 Replace the screw, and use the 2.5 mm hex key to tighten the screw until the mount is secure. NOTE: You should check the tightness of the screw periodically. 6 Open the locking ring . NOTE: The locking ring is in the open position when the red line is visible on the side of the mount. 7 Align the tabs on the back of the Edge device with the eBike mount notches Device Information .
8 Press down slightly and close the lever to lock the Edge device into the mount. 9 Connect the power pod cable to the compatible power cable on your eBike (Required Cables, page 48). Required Cables In order to complete the installation, you must purchase one of these compatible cables: • Bosch power mount accessory cable • Shimano power mount accessory cable NOTE: Garmin recommends having a bike technician trim the compatible Shimano cable to the correct length.
Specifications Battery type Rechargeable, built-in lithium-ion battery Battery life Up to 16 hr. Operating temperature range From -20º to 60ºC (from -4º to 140ºF) Charging temperature range From 0º to 45ºC (from 32º to 113ºF) Wireless frequency 2.4 GHz @ 20 dBm maximum Water rating IEC 60529 IPX71 Product Updates Your device automatically checks for updates when connected to Bluetooth. You can manually check for updates from the system settings (System Settings, page 41).
Device Care NOTICE Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage. Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or damage may result. Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, sunscreen, and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes. Secure the weather cap tightly to prevent damage to the USB port. Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can degrade the life of the product.
Clearing User Data and Settings You can clear all user data and restore the device to its initial setup. This removes your history and data, such as rides and courses, and resets the device settings and activity profiles. This will not remove any files you added to the device from your computer. Select > System > Device Reset > Delete Data and Reset Settings > . Maximizing Battery Life • Turn on Battery Saver (Turning On Battery Saver Mode, page 51).
Improving GPS Satellite Reception • Frequently sync the device to your Garmin account: ◦ Connect your device to a computer using the USB cable and the Garmin Express application. ◦ Sync your device to the Garmin Connect app using your Bluetooth enabled phone. While connected to your Garmin account, the device downloads several days of satellite data, allowing it to quickly locate satellite signals. • Take your device outside to an open area away from tall buildings and trees.
Appendix Data Fields Some data fields require ANT+ or Bluetooth accessories to display data. Some data fields appear in more than one category on the device. TIP: You can also customize the data fields from the device settings in the Garmin Connect app. %Max Heart Rate: The percentage of maximum heart rate. 3s Power: The 3-second moving average of power output. Asc. to Next Course Pt.: The remaining ascent to the next point on the course.
Heart Rate Graph: A line graph showing your current, average, and maximum heart rate values for the current activity. Heart Rate Zone: The current range of your heart rate (1 to 5). The default zones are based on your user profile and maximum heart rate (220 minus your age). Kilojoules: The accumulated work performed (power output) in kilojoules. Lap Cadence: Cycling. The average cadence for the current lap. Lap Distance: The distance traveled for the current lap.
VO2 Max. Standard Ratings These tables include standardized classifications for VO2 max. estimates by age and gender. Males Percentile 20–29 30–39 40–49 50–59 60–69 70–79 Superior 95 55.4 54 52.5 48.9 45.7 42.1 Excellent 80 51.1 48.3 46.4 43.4 39.5 36.7 Good 60 45.4 44 42.4 39.2 35.5 32.3 Fair 40 41.7 40.5 38.5 35.6 32.3 29.4 Poor 0–40 <41.7 <40.5 <38.5 <35.6 <32.3 <29.4 Females Percentile 20–29 30–39 40–49 50–59 60–69 70–79 Superior 95 49.6 47.
Wheel Size and Circumference Your speed sensor automatically detects your wheel size. If necessary, you can manually enter your wheel circumference in the speed sensor settings. The tire size is marked on both sides of the tire. This is not a comprehensive list. You can also measure the circumference of your wheel or use one of the calculators available on the internet. Tire Size Wheel Circumference (mm) 20 × 1.
Tire Size Wheel Circumference (mm) 27 × 1-1/4 2161 27 × 1-3/8 2169 29 x 2.1 2288 29 x 2.2 2298 29 x 2.
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