Garmin Edge 500 - Manual (Page 6)

 Edge 500 Owner’s Manual
Getting Started
Charging the Edge
notice
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly
dry the mini-USB port, the weather
cap, and the surrounding area before
charging or connecting to a computer.
1. Plug the AC charger into a standard
wall outlet.
2. Pull up the weather cap from the
mini-USB port.
Mini-USB port under
the weather cap
Tabs
3. Plug the small end of the AC
charger into the mini-USB port.
To connect the Edge to your
computer using the USB cable, see
page 8 .
4. Charge the Edge for at least three
hours before you begin using it.
A fully charged battery can run for up
to 18 hours before it must be recharged.
Installing the Edge
For the best GPS reception, position
the bike mount so the front of the
Edge is oriented toward the sky. You
can install the bike mount on the stem
(shown on page 3 ) or the handlebars.
1. Select a suitable and secure location
to mount the Edge where it does not
interfere with safe operation of your
bike.