Xero A1/A1i

Owner’s Manual
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 Table of Contents
Getting Started............................................................... 1
Video Tutorials ............................................................................ 1
Device Overview ......................................................................... 1
Buttons ................................................................................... 1
Installing AAA Batteries .............................................................. 1
Mounting the Sight on a Bow ...................................................... 1
Securing the Trigger ................................................................... 2
Turning the Device On or Off ...................................................... 2
Calibrating the Bow Sight.............................................. 2
Torque Specifications ................................................................. 2
Setting the Primary Pin ............................................................... 2
Aligning the Rangefinder with the Primary Pin ........................... 3
Adjusting the Bubble Level ......................................................... 4
Using the Bow Sight.......................................................4
Rangefinder Measurements ....................................................... 4
Setting a Manual Range ............................................................. 4
Level Indicator ............................................................................ 4
Main Menu .................................................................................. 4
Hunt Mode .................................................................................. 4
Practice Mode ............................................................................. 4
Statistics Mode ........................................................................... 4
Recording Statistics ............................................................... 5
Viewing Statistics History ....................................................... 5
Clearing Stats Mode History .................................................. 5
Adjusting Brightness ................................................................... 5
Adding Arrow Profiles ................................................................. 5
Managing Arrow Profiles ........................................................ 5
Pin Calibration ............................................................................ 5
Calibrating Additional Ranges ............................................... 5
Fixed Pins .............................................................................. 5
Laser Locations .......................................................................... 6
Sending Locations to a Device .............................................. 6
Viewing Shot Dynamics .............................................................. 6
Shot Dynamics ....................................................................... 6
Device Settings ............................................................... 6
Pin Settings ................................................................................. 6
Laser Location Settings .............................................................. 6
Shot Dynamics Settings .............................................................. 6
Units Settings .............................................................................. 7
Level Settings ............................................................................. 7
Calibrating the Compass ............................................................ 7
Customizing the Position of the Top Pin ..................................... 7
Moving the Calibrated Range Stack ........................................... 7
Device Information......................................................... 7
Device Specifications .................................................................. 7
Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance Information .......... 7
Product Updates ......................................................................... 7
Updating the Software Using a Computer ............................. 7
Connecting the Device to Your Computer ............................. 8
Device Care ................................................................................ 8
Cleaning the Device ............................................................... 8
Getting More Information ............................................................ 8
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 8
The point of impact moves between shots ............................ 8
My device only displays fixed pins ......................................... 8
Tips for Consistent Ranging ................................................... 8
Resetting the Device .............................................................. 8
Index................................................................................ 9

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 Getting Started Laser emitter Emits laser light for measuring the distance to a
target
WARNING Device label View manufacturer's identification and certification
Always inspect your equipment prior to shooting an arrow.
Always understand your target and what lies beyond your target
before taking a shot. Failure to account for your shooting
environment could cause property damage, injury, or death. You
are responsible for understanding and complying with any
applicable regulations for shooting a bow and arrow.
This device has a protective housing which, when in place, March 21, 2018
prevents human access to laser radiation in excess of the
accessible emission limit (AEL) for Class 1 laser products. This
device should not be modified or operated without its housing or Buttons
optics. Operating this device without a housing and optics, or • Press OK to open the main menu and select menu options.
operating this device with a modified housing or optics that
• Press or to move through menus.
expose the laser source, may result in direct exposure to laser
radiation and the risk of permanent eye damage. Removal or • Press or to adjust the pin brightness.
modification of the diffuser in front of the laser optic may result in • Hold or to set a pin manually.
the risk of permanent eye damage. • Press to return to a previous menu.
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the • Press to turn the device on.
product box for product warnings and other important
information. • Hold to turn the device off.

Video Tutorials Installing AAA Batteries

The device operates on two AAA lithium batteries (not included).
You can view video tutorials for installing and setting up your
Lithium batteries are required for this device. Alkaline and NiMH
Xero bow sight at www.garmin.com/xerotutorials.
batteries do not meet the power requirements for auto-ranging
functionality. When using alkaline or NiMH batteries, the sight
Device Overview functionality may be reduced to standard fixed pin sighting only.
1 Using a 5/64 inch hex wrench, loosen the four screws , and
remove the battery door from the side of the device.

2 Insert two AAA lithium batteries into the device, observing

polarity.
3 Replace the battery cover, and secure the screws to a
maximum torque specification of 0.5 N-m (4 lbf-in).

Mounting the Sight on a Bow

1 Insert the curved rail mount from the back of the bow sight
into the grooves at the front of the mount assembly .
LCD screen Displays target range and device settings

Buttons Select to move through menus, select options, and

configure the device (Buttons, page 1)
Laser Hold to activate the laser rangefinder
rangefinder Tap to reset the pin timer or display fixed pins
trigger
Mounting rail Attaches the device to the included mount

Level Shows when the device is level

Optic Displays the pins

Battery door Remove to install batteries

Laser receiver Receives laser light for measuring the distance to a

target

Getting Started 1
2 Align the arrow on the mount with the center arrow on the
curved rail.
3 Using a 7/64 inch hex wrench, tighten the screw at the front
of the rail mount to a maximum torque specification of 2.2
N-m (20 lbf-in). 2 Secure the trigger to the bow using the included tape .
4 Align the large holes on the mount with the mounting holes TIP: You can use the extra piece of tape to secure the trigger
on the side of your bow. cable to the riser.

Turning the Device On or Off

1 To turn on the device, press .
2 To turn off the device, hold for 3 sec.

Calibrating the Bow Sight

The first time you turn on the Xero bow sight, you are prompted
to go through initial setup steps. You can view tutorial videos at
www.garmin.com/xerotutorials.
1 Select a language.
2 Select a unit of measure.
TIP: The mount contains three sets of mounting holes. Mount 3 Select Yes to start the pin calibration procedure.
the sight in a location that functions best with your peep sight
aperture. Mounting the sight closer to the bow may allow a
4 Select a ranged pin color (A1i model only).
better fit in some bow cases. 5 If necessary, select Yes to adjust the pin and rangefinder
reticle brightness and follow the on-screen instructions.
5 Using a 1/8 inch hex wrench, secure the mount using the
included mounting screws . 6 Set the primary pin (Setting the Primary Pin, page 2).
6 Tighten the mounting screws to a maximum torque 7 Select Done.
specification of 6.7 N-m (60 lbf-in). 8 Align the rangefinder with the primary pin (Aligning the
NOTE: Do not exceed the bow manufacturer's recommended Rangefinder with the Primary Pin, page 3).
torque values. 9 Select Done.
10 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pin
Securing the Trigger calibration procedure and set pins for additional distances.
1 Position the ranging trigger on the grip of your bow where
you can comfortably activate it at full draw. Torque Specifications
NOTE: You should confirm the trigger and the trigger cable When adjusting and tightening the mounting screws, you should
are positioned so they do not interfere with the operation of ensure the screws are always tightened to a maximum torque
the bow. specification of 2.2 N-m (20 lbf-in.). If you do not have a torque
wrench, you can tighten the screws until the screw head makes
contact with the mount surface, then tighten the screw an
additional one quarter turn.

Setting the Primary Pin

The primary pin is a fixed point on the device optic that points
along the same axis as the laser rangefinder. You can change
the primary pin's alignment by adjusting the straight vertical and
horizontal adjustments on the mount. After you set the primary
pin, you can set additional pins for different distances using the
device software.
1 Aim at a target that is a minimum distance of 15 m (15 yd.)
away.
NOTE: If you set your primary pin for farther distances, such
as 30 m (33 yd.), you will have a farther maximum range, but

2 Calibrating the Bow Sight

 you will decrease visibility of closer targets. If you set your Aligning the Rangefinder with the Primary
primary pin for shorter distances, you will have greater
visibility of close targets, but a shorter maximum range.
Pin
The circular rangefinder reticle indicates the direction the laser
2 Nock an arrow, and draw your bow. rangefinder is pointing. For best accuracy, you must align the
3 Looking through your bow's peep sight at full draw, align the circular rangefinder reticle with the primary pin.
primary pin with the center of the target . 1 Nock an arrow.
2 Bring the bow to full draw, and align the peep sight with the
sight housing ring.
3 Observe the arrows on the rangefinder reticle.
The arrows indicate the direction you must move the curved
adjustments on the mount. Each arrow in the optic
corresponds with one degree of adjustment on the curved
rails.

4 Confirm the bubble in the level is centered between the

lines.
5 Shoot at the target, and observe the point of impact.
6 Using a 7/64 inch hex wrench, loosen the vertical
adjustment on the mount.

4 Using a 7/64 inch hex wrench, adjust the curved vertical

and curved horizontal adjustments on the mount in the
directions the arrows indicate. For example, if the arrows
point up and right, move the curved mount pieces up and
right.

7 Move the vertical adjustment in the direction of the arrow's

point of impact.
8 Tighten the vertical adjustment to a maximum torque
specification of 2.2 N-m (20 lbf-in).
9 Using a 7/64 inch hex wrench, loosen the horizontal
adjustment on the mount. TIP: Each mark on the curved adjustments indicates one
degree. Garmin recommends moving the curved rails in
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10 Move the horizontal adjustment in the direction of the arrow's small increments as indicated by the arrows in the optic when
point of impact. making adjustments.
11 Tighten the horizontal adjustment to a maximum torque 5 Continue adjusting the mounts until the primary pin is
specification of 2.2 N-m (20 lbf-in). centered in the circle of the rangefinder reticle at full draw.
12 Continue adjusting the mount, as needed, until the point of
aim and the point of impact are the same.
TIP: You should adjust the mount in the direction of the point
of impact. For example, if the arrow impacts low and right,
you should adjust the mount down and right. You should
always tighten the mount screws to a maximum torque
specification of 2.2 N-m (20 lbf-in) between adjustments.

Calibrating the Bow Sight 3

 Line-of-sight distance The measured distance between the laser
rangefinder and the target.
Adjusted distance The horizontal distance to the target, which
is calculated using the angle of
measurement.
Angle of The upward or downward angle from the
measurement rangefinder to the target.

Setting a Manual Range

You can set a pin for a specific range manually. This can be
useful if your bow sight has low battery power, or if you plan to
shoot at a specific range. You can set manual pins only for
distances closer than the maximum calibrated range.
1 Hold or .
The device changes to manual ranging mode.
2 Press or to select a range.

Level Indicator
When enabled, the level indicator shows when you are holding
6 Tighten the curved adjustments to 2.2 N-m (20 lbf-in). the bow level. Level indicators appear as three dots above or
below your aiming pin. The top indicator flashes when the bow is
canted to the right. The bottom indicator flashes when the bow is
Adjusting the Bubble Level canted to the left. The bow is level when no indicators flash. You
The bow sight contains a built-in digital level and a clearly visible can adjust the threshold for the level indicator to allow more or
bubble level. If the digital level and the bubble level do not less cant (Level Settings, page 7).
match, you can adjust the position of the bubble level.
NOTE: The level indicator does not appear when using fixed
1 Select > Level > View Gauge. pins.
2 Hold the bow sight level so the display shows 0.
3 Loosen the two screws located on each side of the bubble Main Menu
level by one quarter turn. Press OK to open the main menu.
4 Adjust the bubble level until the bubble is centered and the Enables hunt mode
digital display also reads 0. Enables practice mode
5 Tighten the two screws. Opens the statistics mode menu
Opens the brightness settings menu
Using the Bow Sight Opens the arrow profile menu (A1i models only)
Opens the pin settings menu
Before you can use the bow sight, you must calibrate it for your
bow and arrow combination (Calibrating the Bow Sight, page 2). Opens the Laser Locate™ menu (A1i models only)
Opens the shot dynamics menu
1 Draw your bow.
Opens the device settings menu
2 Hold the laser rangefinder trigger.
3 Align the primary pin with the ranging reticle, and aim at the
target. Hunt Mode
Hunt mode enables features to help you make ranged shots
4 While holding the reticle on the target, release the laser more quickly. When hunt mode is enabled, shot locations are
rangefinder trigger. saved automatically using the Laser Locate feature. This can
The bow sight displays the measured range and projects a help you track game when using the bow sight with a compatible
new pin. handheld GPS device.
5 Using the new pin, aim at the target, and shoot the bow. NOTE: The Laser Locate feature is available only on A1i
models.
Rangefinder Measurements
When you activate the laser rangefinder, the device displays Practice Mode
three numbers on the LCD display. The device uses these Practice mode enables features to help you improve your
measurements to adjust the position of the pin. accuracy when practicing. After each shot, the bow sight
automatically displays your shot dynamics for the current
shooting session. You can use this information to make more
consistent shots.
NOTE: Shot dynamics features are available only on A1i
models.

Statistics Mode
Statistics mode enables features to help you track your accuracy
during a shooting session. You can review the statistics data to
view your shot consistency and accuracy trends at different
distances over time.

4 Using the Bow Sight

Recording Statistics • To adjust the rangefinder reticle brightness, select Reticle
1 Select > Stats Mode. Brightness.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the current date. • To adjust the screen backlight brightness, select
Backlight.
3 Select the number of arrows you will be using for each group
of shots. • To change the backlight timeout, select Backlight
Timeout.
4 Range your target.
• To enable or disable the ambient light sensor, select Light
5 Select Yes to confirm the range. Sensor.
6 Shoot a group of shots at your target. • To enable or disable the rangefinder reticle, select
7 Select Yes to score the group. Reticle.
8 Enter the distance of the center of the shot group, left or right,
from the center of the target. Adding Arrow Profiles
9 Enter the distance of the center of the shot group, up or NOTE: Arrow profiles are available only on A1i models.
down, from the center of the target. You can add arrow profiles for use with different arrows, draw
10 Enter the diameter of the shot group. lengths, or draw weights. You should set a different arrow profile
11 If necessary, select Yes to record additional shot groups. for each arrow type you use, or for each time you change your
bow configuration.
Viewing Statistics History 1 From the main menu, select > Add Arrow Profile.
1 Select > Stats History.
2 Enter a name for the arrow profile.
2 Select a range. TIP: You can press or to move through the menu. You
3 Press or to move through shot statistics. can press OK to enter a letter.
Shot Statistics 3 Select to confirm the name.
Select > Stats History. 4 Select Yes to begin calibrating the arrow profile.
Avg. Group Direction: The average direction of each shot
group from the center of the target. Managing Arrow Profiles
1 From the main menu, select .
Abs. Accuracy: The average spread of your shots related to the
center of the target. 2 Select an arrow profile.
Avg. Precision: The average diameter of shot groups. 3 Select an option:
Abs. Level: The average amount of cant, left or right, when • To activate the profile, select Activate.
shooting the bow. • To edit the profile name, select Edit Name.
Avg. Range: The average range of shots taken. • To reset all calibration data for the current profile, select
Avg. Shots/Sess.: The average number of shots per shooting Reset Profile.
session. • To delete the profile, select Delete.
Tot. Stats Shots: The total number of shots taken when using
statistics mode. Pin Calibration
Total Groups: The total number of groups fired when using Calibrating Additional Ranges
statistics mode.
You can add ranged pins to extend the range of your shots.
Total Sessions: The total number of shooting sessions Garmin recommends calibrating a range for every 10 meters or
recorded when using statistics mode. yards. Calibrated ranges apply only to the active arrow profile.
Viewing Statistics Files on a Computer The bow sight will not provide pins beyond the farthest
Before you can view statistics files on your computer, you must calibrated range.
record shots using statistics mode (Statistics Mode, page 4). 1 From the main menu, select .
You can view and transfer statistics files by connecting the 2 Select Calibrated Ranges > Add Range.
device to your computer. Statistics files are saved in CSV file 3 Follow the on-screen instructions on your bow sight to
format. calibrate the device for the new distance.
1 Connect the device to your computer (Connecting the Device
to Your Computer, page 8). Fixed Pins
You can set the bow sight to use fixed pins for multiple ranges.
2 Open the device directory for your bow sight on your This enables the bow sight to work like a conventional fixed pin
computer.
sight. Fixed pins have a lower power requirement than the laser
3 Select GARMIN > STATS. rangefinder, and you can use fixed pins if your battery is too low
to range. You can set fixed pins for any range between the
Clearing Stats Mode History highest and lowest calibrated ranges.
Select > Clear Stats Mode History.
When using hunt mode or practice mode, you can press or
quickly tap the ranging trigger to display fixed pins at any time.
Adjusting Brightness
The bow sight contains an ambient light sensor to set your pin Setting Fixed Pins
and reticle brightness automatically. You can adjust your pin and Before you can set fixed pins, you must calibrate the bow sight
reticle brightness preferences if you prefer a different level of for your current bow and arrow combination (Calibrating the Bow
brightness. You can also adjust the pin brightness quickly by Sight, page 2).
pressing or . 1 From the main menu, select .
1 From the main menu, select . 2 Select Fixed Pins > Add Pin.
2 Select an option: 3 Select a range.
• To adjust the pin brightness, select Pins.

Using the Bow Sight 5

4 If necessary, repeat steps 2 and 3 to add additional fixed From the main menu, select .
pins. Pins: Sets the appearance and timeout of the pins on your bow
Changing the Fixed Pin Color sight (Pin Settings, page 6).
NOTE: Pin color options are available only on A1i models. Align Reticle: Turns on the rangefinder reticle and primary pin.
You can use this option to align the rangefinder reticle and
There is a small offset between red and green pins. Most
primary pin, as needed.
archers will not see changes in accuracy for shots within 45 m
(50 yd.). Garmin recommends choosing only one color of pin Laser Locations: Sets the broadcast mode for laser locations
when setting fixed pins for distances longer than 45 m (50 yd.). (Laser Location Settings, page 6).
1 From the main menu, select > Fixed Pins. NOTE: This setting is available only on A1i models.
2 Select a pin. Shot Dynamics: Enables or disables shot notifications and
clears shot history (Shot Dynamics Settings, page 6).
3 Select Color.
NOTE: Some shot measurements are available only on A1i
4 Select a color. models.
Deleting Fixed Pins Units: Sets the units of measurement used by the device (Units
1 From the main menu, select > Fixed Pins. Settings, page 7).
2 Select a pin. Language: Sets the device language.
3 Select Delete Pin. Level: Displays the angle of the bow and allows you to display a
level indicator when shooting (Level Settings, page 7).
Laser Locations Calibrate Compass: Allows you to calibrate the compass if you
NOTE: The Laser Locate feature is available only on A1i experience irregular compass behavior, for example, after
models. moving long distances or after extreme temperature changes
(Calibrating the Compass, page 7).
When your bow sight is in hunt mode, it creates a record of the
heading and ranged distance each time you range a target. You NOTE: This setting is available only on A1i models.
can send this data to a compatible Garmin watch or handheld Manual Adjustment: Sets the position of pins within the device
device. This can be useful to help you create waypoints or track optic. You can move the position of the calibrated range
game. Laser locations appear in the XERO Locations widget or stack (Moving the Calibrated Range Stack, page 7) or
app on your compatible device. You can adjust the broadcast customize the position of the top pin (Customizing the
settings from the settings menu on your bow sight (Laser Position of the Top Pin, page 7).
Location Settings, page 6). Reset All Settings: Resets all settings to factory default values.
NOTE: You may need to update the software for your About: Displays regulatory and compliance information.
compatible watch or handheld device before you can use the
XERO Locations app (Product Updates, page 7).
Pin Settings
Sending Locations to a Device Pin settings allow you to customize the appearance of pins and
You can manually send ranged locations to a compatible the length of time pins are displayed on your bow sight.
Garmin watch or handheld device. From the main menu, select > Pins.
1 From the main menu, select . Hunt Timeout: Sets the length of time before a ranged pin
2 Select a ranged location. disappears when using hunt mode.
3 Select Yes. Practice Timeout: Sets the length of time before a ranged pin
The bow sight sends the selected location to your compatible disappears when using practice mode.
Garmin device. Ranged Pin Color: Sets the color of the ranged pin.
NOTE: This setting is available only on A1i models.
Viewing Shot Dynamics
NOTE: Some shot dynamics measurements are available only Laser Location Settings
on A1i models. From the main menu, select > Laser Locations.
When you use the device in practice mode, the device records NOTE: The Laser Locate feature is available only on A1i
statistics about your shot dynamics. You can use this feature as models.
a reference to help you improve your accuracy. Broadcast Mode: Sets the security of laser location
1 From the main menu, select . broadcasting.
2 Press or to scroll through recorded shot statistics.
Shot Dynamics Settings
Shot Dynamics From the main menu, select > Shot Dynamics.
Impulse Duration: A measurement of the amount of time the
NOTE: The shot dynamics options are available only on the A1i
bow vibrated after the shot.
model.
Roll: A measurement in degrees of the bow's tilt when taking a
Shot Notifications: Enables or disables notifications after each
shot.
shot.
Shots: The number of shots taken during the current shooting
Competition File: Enables the device to record shot dynamics
session.
to a file stored on the device. This can be useful to review
Total Shots: The total number of shots taken. shots taken during a tournament.
Clear Session Shot Odometer: Clears the shot history for the
Device Settings current session.
Clear Total Shot Odometer: Clears the entire shot history
The device settings allow you to customize the device for your stored on the bow sight.
needs.

6 Device Settings
Units Settings NOTE: The device stores pins that are positioned above or
From the main menu, select > Units. below the optic. These pins are still listed as calibrated ranges,
and can be moved back onto the optic at any time.
Distance: Sets the unit of measure for distance.
1 From the main menu, select > Manual Adjustment >
Decimal Precision: Shows more precise measurements for the Move Calibrated Range Stack.
laser rangefinder. Measurements are rounded to the nearest
tenth of a meter or yard. 2 Select Yes.
3 Press or to adjust the position of the range stack.
Level Settings 4 Press OK.
From the main menu, select > Level. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the device for
View Gauge: Displays the angle of the bow. You can use this the new stack position (Setting the Primary Pin, page 2).
option to adjust the position of the bubble level.
Set Level to Zero: Sets the electronic level to zero. You can
use this option if you have mechanically leveled your bow but
Device Information
the digital level does not read zero.
Indicators: Sets level indicators to appear when shooting. This
Device Specifications
can help you hold the bow level while aiming (Level Indicator, Battery type Replaceable 1.5 V AAA lithium
page 4). Battery life Up to 25,000 laser ranges
Threshold: Sets the amount of degrees of cant allowed before Up to 1 year in standby mode
the indicators flash. A lower threshold reduces the amount of Operating From -20° to 60°C (from -4° to 140°F)
cant allowed. temperature range
NOTICE
Indicator Color: Sets the color of the level indicator.
Do not expose the device to temperatures
NOTE: This setting is available only on A1i models. above 60°C (140°F).

Calibrating the Compass Storage temperature

range
From -20° to 60°C (from -4° to 140°F)

NOTE: You must calibrate the electronic compass outdoors. Do Water rating IEC 60529 IPX71
not stand near objects that influence magnetic fields, such as
Wireless frequency/ ANT 2.4 GHz @ 4 dBm nominal
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cars, buildings, or overhead power lines.

protocol
Your device was already calibrated at the factory, and the
device uses automatic calibration by default. If the Laser Locate
feature is not working properly, for example, after moving long Viewing E-label Regulatory and Compliance
distances or after extreme temperature changes, you can Information
manually calibrate the compass. The label for this device is provided electronically. The e-label
NOTE: The Laser Locate and compass features are available may provide regulatory information, such as identification
only on A1i models. numbers provided by the FCC or regional compliance markings,
as well as applicable product and licensing information.
1 From the main menu, select > Calibrate Compass.
1 Press OK to open the menu.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions.
2 Select .
Customizing the Position of the Top Pin 3 Select About.
For bow configurations that require additional vertical
adjustment, you can customize the position of the top pin. This Product Updates
can also be useful for people who prefer the short range pins to On your computer, install Garmin Express™ (www.garmin.com
be more centered within the device optic. /express).
NOTE: Changing the position of the top pin clears all arrow This provides easy access to these services for Garmin devices:
profile settings. • Software updates
1 From the main menu, select > Manual Adjustment > • Product registration
Custom Top Pin Placement.
2 Select Yes. Updating the Software Using a Computer
3 Press or to adjust the position of the top pin. You can use Garmin Express software to download and install
the latest software updates for your device. Garmin Express is
4 Press OK. available for Windows and Mac computers.
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5 Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the device for 1 On your computer, go to garmin.com/express.
the new top pin position (Setting the Primary Pin, page 2).
2 Select an option:
Moving the Calibrated Range Stack • To install on a Windows computer, select Download for
Windows.
You can move the calibrated pins up or down to allow more
adjustment in the direction of your choice. For example, if your • To install on a Mac computer, select Download for Mac.
primary pin is set at 20 yards, and your maximum pin is set at 70 3 Open the downloaded file, and follow the on-screen
yards, you can move the range stack up so you can add pins for instructions to complete the installation.
farther ranges. Alternatively, you can move the calibrated range 4 Open the Garmin Express application.
stack down so your pins are more centered within the device
optic. You must adjust your mechanical alignment after moving 5 Connect your Xero device to your computer using a micro-
the calibrated range stack. Moving the calibrated range stack USB cable (Connecting the Device to Your Computer,
updates all arrow profile settings. page 8).

1 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.

Device Information 7
6 From the Garmin Express application, click Add a Device. • Go to www.garmin.com/outdoor.
The Garmin Express software detects your device. • Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer
7 Click Add Device. for information about optional accessories and replacement
parts.
8 Follow the on-screen instructions to register your device and
add it to the Garmin Express software.
Troubleshooting
When setup is complete, the Garmin Express software
searches for software updates for your device. The point of impact moves between shots
9 Select an option: There are several factors that can cause variations in the point
• To install all available updates, click Install All. of impact.
• To install a single update, click View Details, and select • Verify the screws that connect the mount to the riser are
an update. tightened to the maximum torque specification of 6.7 N-m (60
lbf-in) and the mount cannot be moved on the bow.
10 When the software update is complete, disconnect the device
from your computer. NOTE: Do not exceed the bow manufacturer's recommended
torque values.
11 Reinstall the battery door.
• Verify each adjustment point on the mount is tightened to the
The device installs the software update. maximum torque specification of 2.2 N-m (20 lbf-in).
Connecting the Device to Your Computer • Verify you are using the correct arrow profile for the arrow
Before you can connect the device to your computer, you may you are using (A1i models only).
need to remove optional mount accessories. • Range your shots consistently at full draw or at rest.
1 Using a 5/64 inch hex wrench, loosen the four screws • Inspect your bow and confirm all components are in good
securing the battery door. working condition.
2 Remove the battery door, and set it aside. • Always use consistent form when shooting a bow. Variations
NOTE: Do not remove the batteries. in stance and peep sight placement can affect accuracy.
3 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on My device only displays fixed pins
the device. When the batteries are low or do not meet the minimum power
requirements for the laser rangefinder, the device allows only
fixed pin sighting.
• Verify the battery level of the batteries you have installed.
• Verify you are using AAA lithium batteries.
Tips for Consistent Ranging
If you are a target shooter, consistent ranging can help to
increase your accuracy.
• Use the rangefinder consistently while you are using the
same form (at full draw or at rest).
• Enable decimal precision (Units Settings, page 7).
• Verify you are aiming the reticle at the target when you
release the ranging trigger.
4 Plug the large end of the USB cable into a computer USB Resetting the Device
port.
If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it. This
5 the bow sight is turned off, press
If to turn on the device. does not erase any of your saved data or settings.
The bow sight enters USB mass storage mode. 1 Hold for 12 seconds.
The device turns off.
Device Care 2 Hold for one second to turn on the device.
NOTICE
Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can
degrade the life of the product.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can
damage plastic components and finishes.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.

Cleaning the Device

1 Dampen a soft, clean, lint-free cloth with fresh water.
2 Gently wipe the device.

Getting More Information

You can find more information about this product on the Garmin
website.
• Go to support.garmin.com.

8 Device Information
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A
accessories 8
arrow profiles 5
B
backlight 5
battery 7
installing 1
bow sight, using 4
brightness 5
buttons 1
C
calibrating the sight 2
cleaning the device 8
compass, calibrating 7
computer, connecting 8
D
data, transferring 8
deleting, history 5
device, cleaning 8
F
fixed pins 4–6
G
Garmin Express, updating software 7
H
hunt mode 4
L
laser locations 6
laser rangefinder 4
level 4
settings 7
locations, sending 6
M
main menu 4
mounting the device 1, 2
P
power key 2
practice mode 4
R
resetting the device 8
S
settings 6, 7
shot dynamics 6
sighting in the device 2–5
software, updating 7
specifications 7
torque 2
statistics 4, 5
storing data 8
T
troubleshooting 7, 8
U
updating, software 7
V
video tutorials 1
W
water rating 7

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