POLAR G5 GPS SENSOR User Manual
ENGLISH Congratulations! You are now a proud owner of a Polar G5 GPS sensor. G5 provides speed, distance and location data, as well as route information in all outdoor sports using Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. Signals that GPS satellites transmit to earth, indicate the location of the satellites. G5 receives the signals and determines your location by measuring the distance between itself and the satellites. There are at least 24 active GPS satellites orbiting around earth at all times.
The latest version of this user manual can be downloaded at www.polar.com/support. For a video tutorial, go to www.polar.com/en/polar_community/videos. Overview of Polar G5 G5 contains the following parts. See picture 1 on the front cover. • Power key (A) • GPS signal LED (B) shows GPS signal fix or searching • State of charge LED (C) shows the battery's state of charge • Micro USB port (D) Charging the Battery G5 has an internal, rechargable battery, which cannot be removed.
3. 4. The state of charge LED light is static red while charging. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take some time before the light turns on. Charging the battery full takes up to two hours. When G5 is fully charged, the LED light is static green. Disconnect the charger cable. Troubleshooting • • If the light does not turn on when charging the battery, try another USB port on your computer.
Recharge G5 as instructed in chapter Charging the Battery. The battery will be 70-80% full after one hour of charging. Charging the battery fully takes up to two hours. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles. You can charge and discharge the battery over 300 times before a notable decrease in its capacity. The number of charge cycles also varies by use and operating conditions. The operating time varies depending on operating conditions (e.g.
Pairing Polar G5 with Training Computer G5 must be paired with your training computer in order to receive speed, distance and location data. For further information on pairing, see the user manual of the training computer in question. Please note that pairing may be referred to as teaching in the user manual. Wearing the Armband Please follow the pictures on the back cover. 1. 2. 3. Encase the G5 into the armband pocket, the USB port against the bottom of the pocket.
are wearing your training computer, for example to your waistband or belt (2.). Check that the clip is attached securely to keep it from falling off accidentally. Place it upright, so that the “POLAR” logo is facing upwards, enabling the GPS signal to be as clear as possible. Attaching the G5 in the clip away from your body, to your backpack for example, can cause breaks in the signals between the training computer, the G5 and the satellite reception.
3. 4. acquiring satellite signals for the first time typically takes 30-60 seconds. G5 will find the signals faster if you keep it immobile during the search. The GPS signal LED flashes in green when the signals are found and your location is determined. Your G5 is now ready for action. To turn G5 off, press the power key for one second. The power switches off automatically if G5 cannot locate satellite signals or the location does not change for 60 minutes.
Care and Maintenance Like any electronic device, G5 should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill guarantee obligations and enjoy this product for many years to come. • Clean G5 with a mild soap and water solution. Dry it with a towel. Never use alcohol or abrasive materials (steel wool or cleaning chemicals). Never put G5 in a washing machine or drier. • Due to the textile nature of the armband, its life time may not reach the life time of G5.
Service During the warranty period, service the product at an authorized Polar Service Center only. The warranty does not cover damage caused by unauthorized service. See Limited International Polar Guarantee. For contact information and all Polar Service Center addresses, visit www.polar.com/support and country specific websites. Technical Specifications Transfer frequency 2.
Limited International Polar Guarantee • This guarantee does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights under applicable national or state laws in force, or the consumer’s rights against the dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract. • This limited Polar international guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Inc. for consumers who have purchased this product in the USA or Canada.
Guarantee with respect to any product will be limited to countries where the product has been initially marketed. This product is compliant with Directives 93/42/EEC, 1999/5/EC and 2011/65/EU. The relevant Declaration of Conformity is available at www.polar.com/support. Regulatory information is available at www.polar.com/support.
Compliance Statement Canada Polar Electro Oy has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Polar Electro Oy n’a approué aucune modification apportée à l’appareil par l’utilisateur, quelle qu’en soit la nature. Tout changement ou toute modification peuvent annuler le droit d’utilisation de l’appareil par l’utilisateur.
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.
USA Polar Electro Oy has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC regulatory information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
1. 2. 3. 4. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. This product emits radio frequency energy, but the radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Disclaimer • The material in this manual is for informational • • purposes only. The products it describes are subject to change without prior notice, due to the manufacturer’s continuous development program. Polar Electro Inc. / Polar Electro Oy makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual or with respect to the products described herein. Polar Electro Inc.
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