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Polar CS500 ™ Getting Started Guide[...]
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Contents 1. GET TO KNOW YOUR CS500 CYCLING C O M P U T E R .................................. 3 Button Functions and Menu Structure . . . . . . 6 2. SET UP YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER . . . . . . . . 9 E n t e r B a s i c S e t t i n g s ........................ 9 M e a s u r e W h e e l S i z e........................ 1 0 Using an Accessory with Y our C[...]
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1. GET TO KNOW YOUR CS500 CYCLING COMPUTER This guide will help you get started with your new cycling computer . The full user manual and the latest version of this getting started guide can be downloaded at www .polar .fi/support. Polar CS500 cycling computer provides you with all the data you need to enhance your cycling performance and also save[...]
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Comfortable Polar W earLink ® + transmitter W .I.N.D. sends the heart rate signal to the cycling computer ecg-accurately . The transmitter consists of a strap and a connector . Polar CS speed sensor™ W .I.N.D. wirelessly measures distance and your real-time, average and maximum speeds. Optional Polar CS cadence sensor™ W .I.N.D. wirelessly mea[...]
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T ransfer 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[...]
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Button Functions and Menu Structure The cycling computer has three easy-to-use buttons that have different functionalities depending on the situation of use. ENGLISH 6 Get to Know Y our CS500 Cycling Computer[...]
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1. BACK / STOP 2. OK / ST ART / LAP / RESET 3. NEXT / SET • Exit the menu • Return to the previous level • Leave settings unchanged • 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 long press in the power save mode, activate the cycling computer • Cancel select[...]
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Y ou can use and buttons in two ways: 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 . ENGLISH 8 Get to Know Y our CS500 Cycling Computer[...]
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2. SET UP YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER Enter 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. T o adjust data, use SET and accept with OK. The values scroll faster if you press and hold SET. Activate your cycling comp[...]
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Measure Wheel Size Wheel size settings are a prerequisite for accurate cycling information. T o set the wheel size, go to Settings > Bike SET . Select Bike 1 / 2 / 3 > Whee l SET . There are two ways to determine the wheel size of your bike: Method 1 Measure the wheel manually for the most accurate result. Use the valve to mark the point wher[...]
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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 ENGLISH [...]
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Using an Accessory with Y our CS500 Cycling Computer Polar CS500 cycling computer is compatible with the following Polar W .I.N.D sensors: The Polar CS speed sensor W .I.N.D , Polar CS cadence sensor W .I.N.D and the Polar Power Output Sensor W .I.N.D . If you purchase a new sensor , it has to be activated in the cycling computer and introduced to [...]
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3. INST ALL THE BIKE MOUNT Y ou can install the bike mount on the stem or left- or right-hand side of the handlebar . 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 f[...]
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Attach the Cycling Computer to the Bike Mount 1. Push the button and position the cycling computer onto the bike mount. 2. Release the button to fasten the cycling computer to the bike mount. Check that the cycling computer is fastened properly before you start cycling. T o detach the cycling computer from the bike mount , push the button and lift [...]
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4. TRAINING Wear the T ransmitter Wear the transmitter to measure heart rate. 1. Wet the electrode areas of the strap under running water . 2. Attach the connector to the strap. Adjust the strap length to fit tightly but comfortably . 3. T ie the strap around your chest, just below the chest muscles, and attach the hook to the other end of the stra[...]
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Start T raining 1. Attach the cycling computer to the bike mount and activate it with a long button press. 2. In time mode, the cycling computer automatically starts detecting your heart rate. Within 15 seconds, your heart rate appears on the display . 3. The number on the upper left-hand corner indicates the bike that is in use. T o change the bik[...]
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5. AFTER TRAINING Detach the connector from the strap after use. Keep the transmitter dry and clean. For further information, see Care and Maintenance. • Y ou can view detailed information on your 14 latest training sessions in FILES . • TOTALS include cumulative values recorded during training sessions. For a long-term follow-up, you can store[...]
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6. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Caring of Y our Product 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. Detach the transmitter connector from the strap and rinse the strap under running water after every us[...]
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Keep your cycling computer and sensors clean. Clean the cycling computer and sensors with a mild soap and water solution and rinse them with clean water . Do not immerse them in water . Dry them carefully with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals. A void hard hits to the cycling computer [...]
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Precautions The Polar cycling computer shows your performance indicators. It indicates the level of physiological strain and intensity during your exercise. It also measures speed and distance when cycling with a Polar CS speed sensor W .I.N.D. The Polar CS cadence sensor W .I.N.D. is designed to measure cadence when cycling. The Polar Power Output[...]
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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. It is important to be sensitive to your body’s responses during exercise. If you feel unexpected pain or excessive fatigue when ex[...]
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T echnical Specifications Cycling computer Battery life: Average 3 years (if you train on avg. 1h/day, 7 days/week) Battery type: CR 2354 Battery sealing ring: Silicone D-ring 28.0 x 0.8mm (no need to change during battery replacement if sealing ring is not damaged) Operating temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F Cycling Computer Mate[...]
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Dual Lock Bike Mount Materials: Rubber Part TPE, Bike Mount body PA+GF , metal parts stainless steel (nickel free) T ransmitter Battery life of WearLink transmitter W.I.N.D.: 2000 hours of use Battery type: CR2025 Battery sealing ring: O-ring 20.0 x 1.0, material silicone Operating temperature: -10 °C to +40 °C / 14 °F to 104 °F Connector mater[...]
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Water resistance of Polar products is tested according to International IEC 60529 IPx7 (1m, 30min, 20ºC). Products are divided into four different categories according to water resistance. Check the back of your Polar product for the water resistance category and compare it to the chart below . Please note that these definitions do not necessarily[...]
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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 p[...]
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Polar Electro Oy is a ISO 9001:2000 certified company . Copyright © 2011 Polar Electro Oy , FIN-90440 KEMPELE, Finland. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be used or reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written permission of Polar Electro Oy . The names and logos marked with a ™ symbol in this user manual or in the p[...]
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This crossed out wheeled bin marking shows that Polar products are electronic devices and are in the scope of Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries and accumulators used in products are in the scope of Directive 2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and o[...]
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Manufactured by Polar Electro Oy Professorintie 5 FIN-90440 KEMPELE Tel +358 8 5202 100 Fax +358 8 5202 300 www.polar.fi[...]