GPS Cycling Computer User’s Manual
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Contents Getting Started......................................................................... 5 Features of the Xplova E5................................................................... 5 Getting to Know the Xplova E5........................................................... 6 Xplova E5 Front View............................................................................ 6 Xplova E5 Rear View............................................................................. 7 Accessories.................
ALT (Altitude) Menu............................................................................. 23 SOUND Menu..................................................................................... 24 S-PAUSE (Smart Pause) Menu.............................................................. 25 Bike Menu.......................................................................................... 25 HRM (Heart Rate Monitor) Menu......................................................... 27 USER Menu...................
Getting Started Congratulations on having purchased the Xplova E5 GPS Cycling Computer. In this chapter, you will discover key features and understand how to set up your device and use the basic features of the user interface. Features of the Xplova E5 The Xplova E5 is a light-weight and stylish GPS Cycling Computer for performance driven cyclists and those who are keen to share their cycling journeys with friends.
Getting to Know the Xplova E5 Xplova E5 Front View 1 LIGHT / Power 3 DATA1 / MENU LAP / RESET 4 DATA2 / BIKE 2 3 1 • Short press to switch the data • Short press to change the backlight displayed on the upper screen. level (High/Low/Off). • Long press to enter or exit the menu. • Long press to turn the power on/ off. • Long press for over 5 seconds to reset the device.
Xplova E5 Rear View 1 Pressure and Temperature Hole 2 Buzzer Sound Hole 3 Mounting Guide 4 Micro USB Port (under waterproof cap) Accessories The Xplova E5 comes with the accessories shown below. Check to make sure all items are included in the package; if anything is missing, contact your Xplova retailer.
Charging the Xplova E5 Before using your Xplova E5, make sure it is properly charged and ready to go. Charge the Xplova E5 for at least 3 hours before first use to make sure the built-in battery is fully charged. Xplova E5 can be charged using the supplied USB adapter or any standard USB port. To charge the Xplova E5: 1. Open the waterproof cap on the base of the Xplova E5. 2. Plug the micro USB cable to the micro USB port of your Xplova E5. 3.
Mounting the Xplova E5 1. Align the mount pad to the bike handle bar and the bike mount to the mount pad. 2. Loop a rubber band from one corner of the bike mount, passing through the bottom side, to the other corner. 3. Loop a rubber band from another corner, passing through the bottom side, to the other corner to secure the bike mount in place. 4. Align the mounting guide to the bike mount. 5. Install and then turn the Xplova E5 clockwise to lock it in place.
Connecting to Sensors If you plan to use the optional combo cadence sensor, heart rate monitor, and/or power meter, you will need to pair the devices with your Xplova E5 before using them. See “Using the Accessories” on page 30.
Using Xplova E5 This chapter provides instructions on how to power up your device and use the button controls and full features and functions of your Xplova E5. Powering Up the Xplova E5 After charging the Xplova E5, you are now ready to begin using your device. Long press and serial number. . The LCD screen briefly displays the device firmware version NOTE: The LCD screen may appear differently from the above illustration. To turn the power off, long press displayed on screen.
The LCD Screen The LCD screen displays different types of information. 1 3 2 4 Item 1 2 12 Status Bar Description Displays status icons. Battery Status Shows the battery capacity and charging status. Bike Profile Shows the current selected bike profile. Signal Status Shows the GPS signal strength. Indicators Displays the paired sensors and their values. Heart Rate Monitor Status When a heart rate monitor is paired, this icon and the heart rate value are displayed.
Item 3 4 Description Upper Data Display Displays speed, hear rate and cadence information. Current speed Shows the current speed and heart rate/ cadence if heart rate / cadence setting is enabled. AVG (Average speed) Shows the average speed and heart rate cadence if heart rate / cadence setting is enabled. MAX (Maximum speed) Shows the maximum speed achieved and heart rate cadence if heart rate / cadence setting is enabled.
Using the Button Controls The Xplova E5 has four button controls that behave differently depending on the key press duration. The following images will be shown throughout this document to indicate the key press duration needed for a particular operation. Button Operation Description Long Press Short Press Adjusting the Backlight To adjust the brightness setting, short press repeatedly to scroll through the brightness options. Options are: HIGH, LOW, OFF.
Selecting Data Display The LCD display shows different types of data. Upper Screen Data (Data 1) Short press Current data repeatedly to toggle the upper data display. Average data Maximum data Lower Screen Data (Data 2) Short press Bike ODO Clock repeatedly to toggle the lower data display.
Creating Personal Profile With the User Profile, you can edit information about yourself such as your gender, height, weight, and birth year. See “USER Menu” on page 27 for details. Selecting Bike Profile You can configure up to three bike profiles on Xplova E5: Bike1, Bike2, and Custom. For details, see “Bike Menu” on page 25. To switch between the bike profiles: 1. Enter Bike profile selection. 2. Scroll through bike profile options. 3. Confirm selection.
Resetting Recording During recording, long press recording.
Changing the Settings Using the Menu The Menu Tree The Xplova E5 has a number of customizable settings available so you can control functionality and personalize your device. Menu Item 1. RECORD 2. WARNING 3. GPS 4. ALT (Altitude) 5. SOUND 6. S-PAUSE (SMART PAUSE) 7. BIKE 8. HRM (Heart Rate Monitor) 9. USER 10. TIME 11. UNIT 12. F-RESET (Factory Reset) Description Allows you to view your exercise records. You can view records according to record number, summary, or lap detail.
Menu Button Controls Description To bring up the menu, long press . To adjust the menu settings, use the button operations below to select an item, confirm an option, and exit or return to a previous screen. Scroll to Next Item NOTE: You can also long press main screen.
Depending on the current settings, the following screen terminologies may appear: Indicates next menu available. Press to scroll to the next menu. Indicates options are available. Press to scroll through other options. Indicates numeric entry. Press to scroll to the next field. Indicates the current menu level. Press to enter the setting. Below is an example of setting the distance in Warning menu.
RECORD Menu With the RECORD menu, you can view the record summary in an activity. When the remaining memory is less than 3%, the oldest record will be overwritten. The record time depends on the enabled sensors. To view the record summary: 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press to enter RECORD menu. 3. Short press repeatedly to select the date of the activity you want 4. Short press to confirm the selection. to view the information.
WARNING Menu With the WARNING menu, you can set up alerts to help you stay within predefined ranges during your bicycle riding. You can program the Xplova E5 to warn you when you exceed set durations or distances, calories, or heart rate. To set up warnings: 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to select WARNING. 3. Short press to enter the WARNING menu. 4. Short press repeatedly to select the warning type.
GPS Menu The GPS menu allows you to view the GPS signal strength and reset the GPS receiver. NOTE: If the Xplova E5 cannot fix your current position, it is recommended to reset the GPS receiver. To view the GPS signal strength: 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to scroll to GPS. 3. Short press to enter the GPS menu. 4. Short press to return to the previous screen. The GPS signal strength is shown on the LCD screen. To reset the GPS receiver: 1.
3. Short press to enter the ALT menu. 4. Short press repeatedly to scroll through the four altitude reference points: • • • • ALT: The set the current altitude. HOME: To set the altitude as HOME. ALT1 / ALT2: To set the altitude as ALT1 or ALT2. ALT-GPS: To set the current altitude according to the altitude value received from the GPS. Only works when GPS is fixed. 5. Short press to select the reference point. 6. To manually set the altitude, short press the value.
S-PAUSE (Smart Pause) Menu The S-PAUSE menu allows you set the minimum speed limit. By which when the current speed is under the specified speed, the device will automatically pause. 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to scroll to S-PAUSE. 3. Short press to enter the S-PAUSE menu. 4. Short press repeatedly to select an option: • S-PAUSE value: Select to activate and set the speed limit. • OFF: To deactivate S-PAUSE. 5. If you select S-PAUSE (value), short press limit.
To pair a Combo (Speed/Cadence) Cadence Sensor: 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to scroll to BIKE. 3. Short press to enter the BIKE menu. 4. Short press repeatedly to scroll to CMB. 5. Short press to enter the CMB submenu. 6. Short press to select ON or OFF. If you select ON, your device automatically scans for the combo sensors. 7. Short press screen. to confirm the selection and return to the previous To pair a Power Sensor: 1.
HRM (Heart Rate Monitor) Menu The HRM menu allows you to monitor your exercise and body condition. To pair the Heart Rate Monitor: 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to scroll to HRM. 3. Short press to enter the HRM menu. 4. Short press to select ON or OFF. 5. Short press to confirm the selection. If you select ON, the Xplova E5 will automatically scan and pair with the HRM. 6. Short press to return to the previous screen.
TIME Menu The TIME menu allows you to configure your device according to the time zone in your location and set up Daylight Saving Time (DST) if applicable. To set time by Time Zone: 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to scroll to TIME. 3. Short press to enter the TIME menu. 4. Short press to enter the TIME ZONE submenu. 5. Short press repeatedly to adjust the time zone value. 6. Short press to confirm the value and return to the previous screen.
4. Short press to select M:KM:KG °C (Metric) or FT:MI:LB °F 5. Short press to confirm the selection and return to the previous (English) system. screen. F-RESET (Factory Reset) Menu The F-RESET menu allows you to reset your device to its factory default settings. 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to scroll to F-RESET. 3. Short press appears. 4. Short press . A CLEAR YES-NO message to select YES or to select NO.
Using the Accessories Heart Rate Monitor (Optional) The Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) is attached to an elastic band worn around the chest. This section describes how to pair and wear the heart rate monitor. Pairing the Heart Rate Monitor Pairing connects the Heart Rate Monitor to your Xplova E5, allowing heart rate to be recorded and displayed on screen. 1. Long press to bring up the menu. 2. Short press repeatedly to scroll to HRM. 3. Short press to enter the HRM menu. 4. Short press to select ON. 5.
Wearing the Heart Rate Monitor After pairing, wear the heart rate monitor around your chest as close as possible to the heart with the monitor segment worn in the middle of the chest. 1. Unbuckle the strap. 2. Wrap the strap around your chest and re-buckle it. 3. Adjust the circumference of the band to fit. Changing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery 1. Using a coin, turn the battery cover on the back of the sensor counter-clockwise until it opens. 2. Remove the old battery and replace with a new one. 3.
A popup indicates when the combo cadence is paired.
Installing the Combo Cadence Sensor After pairing the combo cadence sensor, install the sensor on your bike. 1. Position the sensor on the chain stay of your bike. CA DE NC E 2. Use the supplied cable ties to hold the sensor in place. Do not fully tighten. 3. Attach the magnet to a spoke. Do not fully tighten. CA E NC DE <5mm <5mm NOTE: To ensure optimum performance, pay attention to the alignment point and make sure that the distance between the sensor and the magnet are within 5mm.
4. Attach the magnet to the left crank. Do not fully tighten. 5. Adjust the magnets and the sensors, making sure the air gap between sensor markings and magnets is less than 5 mm. 6. When setup is complete, tighten the cable ties. Changing the Combo Cadence Battery 1. Using a coin, turn the battery cover on the back of the sensor counter-clockwise until it opens. 2. Remove the old battery and replace with a new one. 3. Replace the battery cover and tighten with a coin.
Pairing with the Power Meter 1. Rotate your bicycle crank to turn on the power meter. 2. Paired the power meter with your Xplova E5 (see “To pair a Power Sensor:” on page 26). 3. Long press to bring up the menu. 4. Short press repeatedly to scroll to BIKE. 5. Short press to enter the BIKE menu. 6. Short press repeatedly to scroll to PWR. 7. Short press to enter the PWR submenu. 8. Short press to select ON. 9. Short press to start pairing.
Using Web Applications Sharing Your Activities With Xplova E5, you can upload, review, analyze, and share your activity records in the Xplova website. On your computer, visit http://tour.xplova.com to share your activities to other riders. You must create an account to upload your activities.
Updating the Xplova E5 Software Xplova E5 software updates are available in the Xplova website http://tour.xplova.com. Download the latest software to your computer and follow the instructions below. Downloading the Software 1. Connect your Xplova E5 to your computer using the USB cable. 2. Visit http://tour.xplova.com. 3. Click Update & Settings. 4. Allow Java script to always run. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to download the software.
Updating the Software 1. Turn off the Xplova E5. 2. On your computer, browse and double-click the update file XplovaE5SWUpdater.exe. The screen below appears. 3. Click Run. The screen below appears. 4. Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the Xplova E5. 5. Press and hold and end of the USB cable to the computer. and then connect the other 6. Wait for the Xplova E5 backlight to flash before releasing the and 38 buttons.
7. On your computer, the screen below appears. Click Update. 8. The update may take a while to finish. Do not disconnect the USB cable.
9. When the screen below appears, click Exit to close the screen. 10. Disconnect the USB cable from the Xplova E5 and the computer.
Appendix Specifications Hardware Size & Weight Display Battery Operation Time Sensors 55 (L) x 54 (W) x 19.6 (H) mm, 57 g 38 x 28 mm (1.8 inch), Monochrome LCD and 3-level adjustable backlight Typical 14 hours Barometric altimeter, temperature sensor, Motion sensor, ANT+ Wireless Main buttons POWER/ Backlight, LAP/RESET, DATA1/MENU, DATA2/BIKE GPS Receiver High sensitivity -159dbm Memory 110 hours data recording Environment Interface IPX7 waterproof, anti-shock, operation temp.
Wheel Size Table ETRTO 47-305 Tire Size L (mm) ETRTO Tire Size L (mm) 12 x 1.75 935 40-559 26 x 1.50 2010 14 x 1.50 1020 47-559 26 x 1.75 2023 14 x 1.75 1055 50-559 26 x 1.95 2050 16 x 1.50 1185 54-559 26 x 2.00 2055 16 x 1.75 1195 26 x 2.10 2068 18 x 1.50 1340 26 x 2.125 2070 18 x 1.75 1350 26 x 2.35 2083 26 x 3.
Declarations of Conformity Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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