Varia™ Rearview Bike Radar
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3. of Contents Introduction See the mportant Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information The device can improve situational awareness It is nota replacement for cyclist attentiveness and good judgement Always use your best judgment and operate the bicycle ina safe manner Getting Started You can use the Varia RTL radar taillight with the Varia RDU radar display unit or with your compatible Edge device This list provides an overview of the installation and setup tasks e Charge the device Charging the Device page 3 e Install the taillight on your bike seat post using one of the included mounts o Install the universal mount nstalling the Universal Mount page 1 o Install the seat post mount Installing the Seat Post Mount page 1 e If you are using the Varia RDU install it on your bike stem or handlebar Installing the Varia RDU Device page 2 NOTE When you purchase the Varia RTL and RDU devices together they are already paired e If you are using a compatible Edge device pair the devices Pairing the Taillight with Your Edge 1000 page 2 Tips for Installing the Taillight The Varia RTL device includes a taillight and micro radar that can detect approaching vehicles up to 140 meters away e Select a secure location to mount the device where it does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike e Select a mount that bes
4. A GARMIN Varia Rearview Bike Radar Owner s Manual November 2015 190 01918 00_0B All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of Garmin Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements Go to www garmin com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use of this product Garmin the Garmin logo ANT and Edge are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries registered in the USA and other countries Garmin Connect Garmin Express and Varia are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin This product is ANT certified Visit www thisisant com directory for a list of compatible products and apps M N A02806 A02807 Country restrictions may apply 010 01509 01 and 010 01509 11 are approved for operation in France and the United Kingdom Table of Contents a A E KAG ETE A A A Tips for Insialing th TOMO cars aberrans Installing the Universal Mount annen Installing the Seat Post Mount annen oenen Turning On the Taillight aaneen Taillight Battery Status LED unse Taming ON the TAM usina ee Installing the Varia RDU Device ccooocccocociconccoconcnonononononons Varia RDU Device OVerv
5. Im maximum threat level 16 Im maximum threat level flash mode Flash mode is available on the Varia RTL 500 only Radio frequency protocol Water rating LED luminous flux The device withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min For more information go to www garmin com waterrating Radar Detection e The radar detects approaching vehicles up to 140 m away e The approaching vehicle speed must be from 10 to 160 km h from 6 to 99 mph NOTE The radar does not detect vehicles traveling at the same speed as your bike e The radar beam width is 40 degrees It provides radar coverage for typical bends in the road e The radar can detect up to eight approaching vehicles Taillight Modes and Intensity The Varia RTL 500 default light mode is flash mode The four middle LEDs flash at all times When a vehicle is detected additional LEDs progressively turn on and the flashing increases frequency as the vehicle gets closer to your bike You can switch the device to solid mode by pressing the device key The Varia RTL 501 has the solid mode only The two middle LEDs are solid at all times When a vehicle is detected additional LEDs progressively turn on as the vehicle gets closer to your bike Charging the Device 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 bui
6. e taillight is not connected or sending data to the Edge device Garmin recommends that you stop riding and check the devices in a safe location The Edge displays Radar Disconnected when it is not connected to the taillight e Turn both devices off and turn them back on You can check the battery level when you turn the devices back on The taillight LEDs fill horizontally to indicate the battery level e Pair the devices Pairing the Taillight with Your Edge 1000 page 2 The taillight disconnects from the Varia RDU Device If the taillight is not connected or sending data to the Varia RDU device Garmin recommends that you stop riding and check the devices in a safe location If the threat level LED is solid red and the REAR LED is off the taillight is not connected to the Varia RDU device e Turn both devices off and turn them back on You can check the battery level when you turn the devices back on The taillight LEDs fill horizontally to indicate the battery level e Pair the devices Pairing the Taillight with the RDU Device page 4 The taillight is not responding During a ride if the taillight status LED is flashing or solid red the device is in an error state e Make sure the device is within the approved operating temperature range Varia RTL and RDU Specifications page 3 e Turn the device off and turn it back on You can check the battery level when you turn the device back on The taillight LEDs fi
7. everse engineer or reduce to human readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works based on the Software You agree not to export or re export the Software to any country in violation of the export control laws of the United States of America or the export control laws of any other applicable country Appendix Index A accessories 5 B bands 5 battery 1 2 charging 3 4 C cleaning the device 4 customizing the device 2 D device care 3 E Edge 2 3 G Garmin Express 4 registering the device 4 updating software 4 installing 1 2 M maps updating 4 mounting the device 1 2 O O rings See bands P pairing 2 4 product registration 4 R registering the device 4 resetting device 5 S settings 3 software updating 4 software license agreement 5 specifications 3 T tones 3 troubleshooting 4 5 U updates software 4 USB 4 Index www garmin com support Pay AR x MA 1800 235 822 32 2 672 52 54 1 866 429 9296 420 221 985466 420 221 985465 398 91693 9738 3902 36 699699 m Tl SS oe lZ x AA 0800 427 652 NV 47 815 69 555 35 1214 447 460 46 7744 52020 0808 238 0000 44 870 850 1242 m EZ 2 AAA k k k AA A PISA a RER ARA 1 800 800 1020 0861 GARMIN 427 646 27 011 251 9800 43 0 820 220230 0800 770 4960 385 15508 272 nE 385 1 5508 271
8. he taillight software using the Garmin Express application If you have the optional Varia RDU device paired to the taillight software updates are sent wirelessly from the taillight 1 Connect the taillight to your computer using the USB cable Garmin Express looks for software updates automatically and sends them to your device Follow the on screen instructions 3 Disconnect the device and turn it on The red LEDs progressively turn on to indicate the device is updating 4 When updating the paired Varia RDU device bring it within range 3 m and turn it on The status LED on both devices turns purple to indicate the devices are updating The update may take a couple minutes When the update is complete the taillight status LED turns green and both devices turn off NOTE If you want to cancel the Varia RDU software update hold the device key on the taillight for 2 seconds You must pair the devices again to receive a software update Taillight Status LED for Software Updates LED Activity N Status Solid green The software update is complete and successful Solid red The software update failed Flashing purple The device is searching for the paired Varia RDU device Solid purple The device is uploading a software update from Garmin Express If the Varia RDU device is paired the taillight also sends a software update to both devices The taillight disconnects from the Edge device If th
9. iew ccccccccssseseccsseeeseeseeeessaees Turning On the Varia RDU Device Turning Off the Varia RDU Device and Taillight The Varia Taillight and Your Edge 1000 Pairing the Taillight with Your Edge 1000 Viewing Radar on Your Edge Device Customizing the Radar Alert Settings with Your Edge Device Information ee Varia RTL and RDU Specifications unne een ge e AAA Taillight Modes and Intensity oocccooonccononccononcconanccnnanoss Charging the Device cccoonocococonnnnocococonononoconnononnnnnonaronnnnnnnnos E AAA Cleaning INS LD usais ld TIOUDISS ROOT cirios Suppor and A Updating the Software Using the Garmin Express a Taillight Status LED for Software Updates The taillight disconnects from the Edge device The taillight disconnects from the Varia RDU Device The taillight is not responding occccoocciccconccononoconanononanononos The status LED turns red while charging Thermal Safety ShutdOwnN cccccocncccococcnnnononcnnoconnnncnonanonnnnnos Pairing the Taillight with the RDU Device uunennn Resetting the Device urna ai Replaceme RINGE ee Getting More Information anneer sena enr ennen venen iln a cli ale een ee Software License AGreeMent cccccscccccssseeeccssseeecseeeeecssaeeess Table
10. ike mount securely using the two bands 5 Align the tabs on the back of the device with the bike mount notches 6 Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it locks into place 2 Ambient light sensor Detects available light and automatically adjusts the brightness of the display 3 Connection status Appears solid blue when the device is paired LED with the taillight Flashes blue when the device is searching for the taillight 4 FRONT and REAR device status LEDs Appears solid white when the device battery is charged and the device is operating normally Flashes white when the battery is low 5 Threat level LED Charging status LED Charging the Device page 3 Changes color based on the potential level of threat Green indicates no vehicle is detected Amber indicates a vehicle is approaching Red indicates a vehicle is advancing at a high rate of speed Vehicle position LEDs Moves up the column as the vehicle gets closer to your bike Turning On the Varia RDU Device Hold the device key for 1 second to turn on the device The LEDs fill the column to indicate the battery level The te LED flashes blue while it is searching for the taillight Varia RDU Battery Status LED When you turn on the device the LED at the top of the column briefly indicates the battery status Status The device is charging LED Activity Flashing green
11. ll horizontally to indicate the battery level e Avoid multiple sources of radar interference The status LED turns red while charging e Check the USB cable connectors and ports for damage e Make sure the power source is generating power You can check this several ways For example you can check whether other devices powered by the source are functioning e Make sure the device is within the approved charging temperature range Varia RTL and RDU Specifications page 3 Thermal Safety Shutdown To prevent overheating the Varia device may turn off when operated at a high intensity in warm stagnant air The status LED is red until the device cools down You should use the device outdoors Pairing the Taillight with the RDU Device The Varia RDU device can be paired with one taillight at a time NOTE If your taillight was packaged with an RDU device they are already paired 1 Hold the Varia RDU device key for 5 seconds The te LED turns solid blue 2 Turn on the taillight 3 Bring the devices within 1 cm of each other and wait while the devices connect When the devices are connected the taillight LEDs move from side to side The Varia RDU te and REAR LEDs are solid Troubleshooting Resetting the Device You can reset the device if it stops responding Hold the device key for 8 seconds until all LEDs turn off Replacement O rings Replacement bands O rings are available for the mounts NOTE Use Eth
12. lt in lithium ion battery that you can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer NOTE The device does not charge when outside the approved temperature range Varia RTL and RDU Specifications page 3 1 Pull up the weather cap from the USB port 2 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on the device 3 Plug the large end of the USB cable into an AC adapter or a computer USB port 4 Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet 5 Charge the device completely The status LED flashes green while charging The status LED is solid green when charging is complete Device Care NOTICE Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur because it can cause permanent damage Avoid chemical cleaners solvents and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes Device Information Secure the weather cap tightly to prevent damage to the USB port Cleaning the Device 1 Wipe the device using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution 2 Wipe it dry Troubleshooting Support and Updates Garmin Express www garmin com express provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices e Product registration e Product manuals e Software updates Updating the Software Using the Garmin Express Application Before you can update your device software you must download the Garmin Express application You can update t
13. maximum torque specification of 3 Ibf in 0 3 N m You should check the tightness of the screw periodically 5 Align the tabs on the back of the device with the seat post mount notches 6 Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it locks into place Turning On the Taillight Hold the device key for 2 seconds Introduction The taillight LEDs fill horizontally to indicate the battery level The status LED indicates additional device information Taillight Battery Status LED LED Activity Status Flashing green The device is charging Varia RDU Device Overview D Device key Turns the device on and off Solid green Charging is complete Solid yellow The battery is low Solid red The battery is critically low An error occurred while charging Turning Off the Taillight Hold the device key for 2 seconds Installing the Varia RDU Device NOTE If you do not have a Varia RDU device you can skip this task and use a compatible Edge device Pairing the Taillight with Your Edge 1000 page 2 You can install the device on the stem or the handlebars 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 The rubber tabs align with the back of the bike mount so it stays in place 3 Place the bike mount on the bike stem 4 Attach the b
14. no vehicle is detected Amber indicates a vehicle is approaching Red indicates a vehicle is advancing at a high rate of speed Customizing the Radar Alert Settings with Your Edge 1000 Before you can customize the radar alert settings with your Edge device you must pair the devices Pairing the Taillight with Your Edge 1000 page 2 You can customize how the radar alerts sound and display on your Edge device 1 From your Edge device select X gt Sensors 2 Select your taillight 3 Select Sensor Details gt Alert Settings 4 Select an option Tone Alerts for Approaching Vehicles The Edge device beeps if audible tones are turned on in the settings Your device has alert tones for several features The alert tone for approaching vehicles has a unique sound The device beeps one time when the first vehicle is detected After the threat is cleared the device beeps again when another vehicle is detected Device Information Varia RTL and RDU Specifications Rechargeable built in lithium ion battery Battery type Varia RTL Battery life Up to 5 hr in constant illumination mode Up to 8 hr in flash mode Varia RDU Battery life Up to 10 hr typical usage From 20 to 60 C from 4 to 140 F Operating temperature range From 0 to 45 C from 32 to 113 F Charging temperature range 2 4 GHz ANT wireless communications protocol IEC 60529 IPX7 5 Im no threat detected 13
15. t fits your bike e Mount the device as high on the seat post as possible for optimal light visibility and radar detection NOTE The mount surface should be vertical e Install the device correctly The device faces backward and is parallel to the road The Garmin logo is right side up e Go for a test ride during the day in a safe environment Installing the Universal Mount 1 Select a rubber pad based on your seat post shape and place the rubber pad on the back of the universal mount 2 Place the universal mount on the seat post 3 Attach the universal mount securely using one band 4 Align the tabs on the back of the device with the universal mount notches 5 Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it locks into place Installing the Seat Post Mount 1 Use the hex key to remove the screw from the seat post connector 2 Place a rubber pad around the seat post if necessary e Ifthe seat post diameter is from 27 to 28 6 mm use the thicker pad e Ifthe seat post diameter is from 30 4 to 31 mm use the thinner pad e Ifthe seat post diameter is from 31 to 31 8 mm do not use a rubber pad 3 Place the seat post connector around the rubber pad NOTE You should align the contours on the rubber pad with the grooves on the inside of the seat post connector 4 Replace and tighten the screw NOTE Tighten the seat post clamp until the mount does not slide on the seat post or to a
16. ylene Propylene Diene Monomer EPDM replacement bands only Go to http buy garmin com or contact your Garmin dealer Getting More Information e Go to www garmin com intosports e Go to www garmin com learningcenter e Go to http buy garmin com or contact your Garmin dealer for information about optional accessories and replacement parts Appendix Software License Agreement BY USING THE DEVICE YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY Garmin Ltd and its subsidiaries Garmin grant you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device the Software in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product Title ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin and or its third party providers You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Garmin and or its third party providers and is protected under the United States of America copyright laws and international copyright treaties You further acknowledge that the structure organization and code of the Software for which source code is not provided are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and or its third party providers and that the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin and or its third party providers You agree not to decompile disassemble modify reverse assemble r
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