POLAR CS500+ User Manual
ENGLISH CONTENTS 1. GET TO KNOW YOUR POLAR CS500+ .......................................................................................... 4 2. GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................................ Button Functions and Menu Structure ......................................................................................... Basic Settings ...............................................................................................
ENGLISH Changing Cycling Computer Battery ...................................................................................... 30 Precautions ........................................................................................................................ 31 Interference During Exercise .............................................................................................. 31 Minimizing Risks When Exercising....................................................................................
ENGLISH 1. GET TO KNOW YOUR POLAR CS500+ Congratulations on your purchase of a new Polar CS500+ cycling computer! The cycling computer offers you an all-in-one system to guide you in your training. This user manual includes complete instructions for you to get the most out of your cycling computer. The latest version of this user manual can be downloaded at www.polar.com/support [http://www.polar.com/support].
ENGLISH Transfer data between the cycling computer and polarpersonaltrainer.com with Polar's new data communication device, Polar DataLink. Just plug your DataLink into the USB port of your computer, and it detects your cycling computer with W.I.N.D. technology. The polarpersonaltrainer.com web service is tailored to support your training goals.
ENGLISH Data from all compatible sensors and Polar H3 heart rate sensor is sent wirelessly to the cycling computer over Polar's 2.4GHz W.I.N.D. technology. This eliminates interference during training.
ENGLISH 2. GETTING STARTED Button Functions and Menu Structure The cycling computer has three easy-to-use buttons that have different functionalities depending on the situation of use. 1. • • • • • • • BACK / STOP Exit the menu Return to previous level Leave settings unchanged Cancel selections With a long press, return to time mode from any mode With a long press in time mode, go to the power save mode With a three-second press in the power save mode, activate the cycling computer. 2.
ENGLISH 1. When the cycling computer is mounted on a stem or handlebar, gently press the left or right side of the cycling computer. 2. When you hold the cycling computer in your hand, use the trigger buttons on the backside of the cycling computer. Basic Settings Before using your cycling computer for the first time, customize the basic settings. Enter as accurate data as possible to ensure correct feedback based on your performance. To adjust data, use SET and accept with OK.
ENGLISH 1. Thread two cable ties through the passages of the bike mount. If you install the bike mount on the handlebar, thread the cable ties to the opposite direction. 2. Insert the rubber part into the bike mount. Make sure that it is firmly in its nest. 3. Place the rubber part and the bike mount on the stem/handlebar and adjust the cable ties around the stem/handlebar. Secure the bike mount firmly. Cut off excess cable ties. For a video tutorial, go to http://www.polar.
ENGLISH 3. TRAINING Wear the Heart Rate Sensor Wear the heart rate sensor to measure heart rate. 1. Moisten the electrode area of the strap. In demanding conditions, for instance during long-lasting events, we recommend using conductive electrode lotion or gel to improve contact. It is important to wash the heart rate sensor carefully after using lotion or gel. 2. Attach the connector to the strap. 3.
ENGLISH If you have activated the AutoStart function, the cycling computer automatically starts recording the training session when you start cycling. For further information on AutoStart, see Bike Settings (page 21). If you have not activated the Autostart function, press START to start the recording. You can view three lines of training information simultaneously. Press NEXT to view the following displays: See Training Information (page 12) for more detailed descriptions of displayed information.
ENGLISH Training Information Information on the display Description Altitude Current altitude in meters / feet Arrival time By setting the distance you are going to ride, the cycling computer estimates your arrival time to the destination according to your riding speed. For further information, see Cycling Settings (page 20). If the riding distance function is off, the speed is displayed instead of arrival time.
ENGLISH Information on the display Description Lap distance Lap distance (Polar CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. required) Power Power output expressed in watts (Optional Polar LOOK Kéo Power required) Speed Current speed (Polar CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. required) Stopwatch Total duration of the training session so far Temperature Current temperature Time in zone Time you have trained within the heart rate limits Time of day Time of day Trip distance Distance between points A and B.
ENGLISH • Continue to continue training recording. • Exit to stop recording completely. • Summary for a summary of training information. The following information is displayed: • Exe.
ENGLISH Determining Your OwnZone Your OwnZone is determined in five stages. If the sounds are on, a beep will indicate the end of each stage. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Wear the heart rate sensor as instructed. Start from time mode and press START . OZ > is displayed and OwnZone determination begins. Cycle or walk at a slow pace for 1 min. Keep your heart rate below 100 bpm/ 50 % HRmax during this first stage. OZ >> Cycle or walk at a normal pace for 1 min. Slowly increase your heart rate by appr.
ENGLISH 4. AFTER TRAINING Training File View detailed information on your training session in FILES. 1. In time mode, press NEXT. FILES is displayed. 2. Press START to view the following information: • Date and time when the training session started. • Number of the training file (the bigger the file number, the more recent the file is). 3. To browse the files, use NEXT . 4. To view information recorded in a certain file, press OK. 5.
ENGLISH Text on the display Displayed information LAPS Number of saved laps A. LAPS 1. To view Best lap, press START . The fastest lap time and lap number are displayed. 2. To view Avg. lap, press OK. The average lap time is displayed. Press OK. 3. Browse the laps with NEXT. You can see the lap number in the bottom right-hand corner. To view detailed information on a certain lap, press OK. The following lap information is displayed: • Speed • Cadence • Distance • Power • Alt./Temp.
ENGLISH cycling computer returns to time mode. Totals TOTALS include cumulative information recorded during training sessions since the last reset. Use total values as a seasonal or monthly counter of training data. The values are updated automatically when recording of a training session is stopped. In time mode, press NEXT until TOTALS is displayed. Press START . Use NEXT to browse through the following information: • Trip: Cumulative trip distance and the date when cumulation started.
ENGLISH 5. DATA TRANSFER For a long-term follow-up, store all your training files at polarpersonaltrainer.com web service. There you can view detailed information of your training data and get a better understanding of your training. With Polar DataLink* it is easy to transfer training files to the web service. How to transfer data: 1. Register at polarpersonaltrainer.com. 2. Download and install the Polar WebSync software on your computer from Downloads -section of polarpersonaltrainer.com. 3.
ENGLISH 6. SETTINGS Cycling Settings In cycling settings you can activate or disactivate the following functions: Reminder : This setting is shown only if you have activated the reminder function in polarpersonaltrainer.com via WebSync. You can use the reminder to indicate when you should drink or eat so that you can carry on your training. Target dist.
ENGLISH To view and change heart rate limit settings, select Settings > Limits SET. The display reads: To adjust the flashing value, press SET To accept the value, press OK HR / HR% MODE Select heart rate displayed as beats per minute (HR) or as % of your maximum heart rate (HR%) OK TYPE Select Manual, OwnZone or Off. Press OK (If you turned the function off or activated OwnZone, the cycling computer returns to Limits SET view).
ENGLISH ETRTO Wheel size diameter (inches) Wheel size setting (mm) 25-559 26 x 1.0 1884 23-571 650 x 23C 1909 35-559 26 x 1.50 1947 37-622 700 x 35C 1958 47-559 26 x 1.95 2022 20-622 700 x 20C 2051 52-559 26 x 2.0 2054 23-622 700 x 23C 2070 25-622 700 x 25C 2080 28-622 700 x 28 2101 32-622 700 x 32C 2126 42-622 700 x 40C 2189 47-622 700 x 47C 2220 55-622 29 x 2.2 2282 55-584 27.5 x 2.
ENGLISH 1. C. weight: Set chain weight as 304 g. Accept the set value with OK. 2. C. length: Set chain length as 1473 mm. Accept the set value with OK. 3. S. length: Set span length as 420 mm. Accept the set value with OK. 4. Power TEACH? : If your sensor is already taught, select STOP. If your sensor has not been taught, see Using a New Accessory (page 26) for more information on teaching. If you use the Polar Power Output Sensor™ W.I.N.D., follow the instructions below: 1. C.
ENGLISH To view and change altitude settings, select Settings > Altitude SET. The display reads: To adjust the flashing value, press SET To accept the value, press OK Altitude Set the altitude of the current location. OK Auto calibr. Set the automatic calibration ON/OFF. OK Watch Settings To view and change the time and date settings, select Settings > Watch SET. The display reads: To adjust the flashing value, press SET To accept the value, press OK Time 1. OK 2. 3. 4.
ENGLISH The display reads: To adjust the flashing value, press SET To accept the value, press OK HR Max Set your maximum heart rate if you know your laboratory measured current maximum heart rate value. Your age-predicted maximum heart rate value (220-age) is displayed as default when you set this value for the first time. OK For more information, see Maximum Heart Rate (HRmax) HR Sit Set your heart rate value in a sitting position.
ENGLISH 7. USING A NEW ACCESSORY A new sensor purchased as a separate accessory has to be introduced to the cycling computer. This is called teaching and takes only a few seconds. Teaching ensures that your cycling computer receives signals from your sensor only, enabling disturbance-free exercise in a group. If you have purchased the sensor and the cycling computer as a set, the sensor has already been “taught” to work together with the cycling computer.
ENGLISH Examples of chain weights and lengths (Due to the variation of the measurements, Polar cannot be held responsible for their validity): Weight Length Shimano Dura-Ace CN-7700 Super narrow HG 280 g 1473 mm Shimano Dura-Ace CN-7701 Ultegra CN-HG92, 105 HG72,105 HG73 280 g 1473 mm Shimano Sora CN-HG50 335 g 1473 mm Campagnolo Record 2000, 10 Speed Chain 260 g 1473 mm Campagnolo 10 Speed Chains Chorus, Centaur 274 g 1473 mm Campagnolo Veloce, Mirage, and Xenon 277g 1473 mm For precis
ENGLISH 8. USING A NEW HEART RATE SENSOR A new heart rate sensor purchased as a separate accessory has to be introduced to the cycling computer. This is called teaching and takes only a few seconds. Teaching ensures that your cycling computer receives signals from your heart rate sensor, enabling disturbance-free training in a group. If you have purchased the heart rate sensor and the cycling computer as a set, the heart rate sensor has already been taught to work together with the cycling computer.
ENGLISH 9. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Care and Maintenance Like any electronic device, the Polar cycling computer should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill guarantee obligations and enjoy this product for many years to come. Caring of Your Product Connector: Detach the connector from the strap after every use and dry the connector with a soft towel. Clean the connector with a mild soap and water solution when needed. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material (eg.
ENGLISH LOOK Kéo Power user manual. Changing Cycling Computer Battery To change the batteries of the cycling computer and heart rate sensor yourself, carefully follow the instructions below: When changing the battery, make sure the sealing ring is not damaged, in which case you should replace it with a new one. You can purchase the sealing ring/battery kits at well-equipped Polar retailers and authorized Polar Services.
ENGLISH Changing Polar WearLink+ Heart Rate Sensor Battery 1. 2. 3. 4. Using a coin, open the battery cover by turning it counterclockwise to OPEN. Insert the battery (CR2025) inside the cover with the positive (+) side against the cover. Make sure the sealing ring is in the groove to ensure water resistance. Press the cover back into the connector. Use the coin to turn the cover clockwise to CLOSE.
ENGLISH • • • • • • Are you taking any blood pressure or heart medication? Do you have a history of breathing problems? Are you recovering from a serious illness or medical treatment? Do you use a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device? Do you smoke? Are you pregnant? Note that in addition to exercise intensity, medications for heart conditions, blood pressure, psychological conditions, asthma, breathing, etc., as well as some energy drinks, alcohol, and nicotine may also affect heart rate.
ENGLISH Heart rate + cadence + 19 h 55 min** power Heart rate + speed + 13 h 25 min** cadence + power Heart rate + power 24 h 04 min** *The cycling computer stores the data in 5 second intervals. **The cycling computer stores the data in 1 second intervals when the power sensor is in use.
ENGLISH Frequently Asked Questions What should I do if... ...the battery symbol and WearLink /Speed/Cadence/Power is displayed? ...The battery of your heart rate sensor or Speed/Cadence/Power sensor is expiring. For more information, see Care and Maintenance (page 29). Your cycling computer refers to the heart rate sensor as WearLink . ...I do not know where I am in the menu? Press and hold BACK until the time of day is displayed. ...
ENGLISH ...exclamation mark and Speed is displayed? Make sure your speed sensor is positioned correctly. Rotate the wheel a few times to activate the sensor. The flashing red light indicates that the sensor is activated. …exclamation mark and Cadence is displayed? Make sure your cadence sensor is positioned correctly. Rotate the crank a few times to activate the sensor. The flashing red light indicates that the sensor is activated.
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ENGLISH INDEX Altitude settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Arrival time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Attaching cycling computer to the bike mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Automatic calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Automatic lap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
