Garmin Vector 1 Manual

Vector
™
 and Vector S
Owner’s Manual
September 2014Printed in Taiwan190-01450-00_0D 

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................1
Thank You..................................................................................1
Getting Started...........................................................................1
Tools Needed.............................................................................1
Installing the Vector Components..............................................1
Preparing the Crank...

Introduction
 WARNING
Read all instructions carefully before installing and using the Vector system. Improper use could result in serious injury.
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the 
product box for product warnings and other important 
information.
NOTICE
Go to www.garmin.com/vectorowner for the latest information 
including bike compatibility, software updates, and video 
tutorials.
Thank You
Thank you for your Vector or Vector S purchase. This manual covers both Vector...

3On the pedal spindle, stack the pedal pod and any required 
washers 
Â.
TIP: You must carefully bend the cable à out of the way.
4Insert the spindle into the crank arm Ä.
5Hand tighten the spindle.
NOTE: The left pedal spindle has a left-handed (reverse) thread.
TIP: Power and cadence calculations are not impacted by the orientation of the pedal pod. Garmin® recommends placement of the pedal pod on the leading edge of the crank. When the crank is in the forward position, the pedal pod should be pointing...

3From the home screen, select  > Sensors > Add Sensor > 
Power.
4Rotate the crank arm a few times.
When the sensor is paired with your Edge device, the sensor 
status is Connected. You can customize a data field to display Vector data.
Your First Ride
Before you ride with Vector for the first time, you must enter the 
crank length, set the installation angle of the sensors inside the 
pedals, and calibrate the static zero reference. You must also calibrate the system if you move Vector to another bike....

Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information 
about your activity, including time, distance, elevation, heart 
rate, calories burned, cadence, an overhead map view, pace 
and speed charts, and customizable reports.
NOTE: Some data requires an optional accessory such as a heart rate monitor.
Plan your training: You can choose a fitness goal and load one of the day-by-day training plans.
Share your activities: You can connect with friends to follow 
each other's activities or post links to...

9Apply a layer of bike grease to the spindle.
10Insert the spindle into the cartridge.
11Wipe away any excess grease.
12Install the new washer and nut on the end of the spindle.
NOTE: The nut for the right spindle has a left-handed (reverse) thread.
13Use the hex nut driver to tighten the nut.
 WARNING
Garmin recommends torque of 7 lbf-ft. (10 N-m). Failure to properly tighten the nut could cause the pedal to fall off during a ride, which could result in property damage or 
serious bodily injury or...

When the sensor is paired with your Edge device, the sensor 
status is 
Connected. You can customize a data field to display Vector data.
Entering the Crank Length
The crank length is often printed on the crank arm.
1Rotate the pedals a few times in order to activate Vector.
2From the home screen, select  > Bike Profiles.
3Select a profile.
4Select Crank Length > Manual.
5Enter the crank length, and select .
Performing a Static Zero Calibration
NOTE: During this task, the bike must be in an upright...