Polar CS500+ manual

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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 Available Polar Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Button Functions and Menu Structure . . . . . . 8 2. SET UP YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER . . . . . . . . 11 E n t e r B a s i c S e t t i n g s ........................ 1 1 M e a s u r e W h e e l S[...]

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    1. GET TO KNOW YOUR CS500+ CYCLING COMPUTER Congratulations on the purchase of your Polar CS500+ cycling computer! Polar CS500+ offers you an all-in-one system to guide you in your training. ENGLISH Get to Know Y our CS500+ Cycling Computer 3[...]

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    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 .com/support. Polar CS500+ cycling computer provides you with all the data you need to enhance your cycling performance and also saves the data for later analysis. The new la[...]

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    Comfortable Polar H3 heart rate sensor sends the heart rate signal to the cycling computer ecg-accurately . The heart rate sensor 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. T ransfer data between the cycling computer and polarpersonaltrainer .[...]

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    With Polar W ebSync 2.4 Software (or newer), you can: • synchronize and transfer data between your cycling computer and polarpersonaltrainer .com • fine-tune your cycling computer settings and personalize the display for example with your own logo • set training sounds, automatic lap and a reminder that reminds you to drink, eat or take other[...]

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    Available Polar Accessories With the help of Polar accessories, you can enhance the experience and achieve a more complete understanding of your performance. Polar CS cadence sensor™ W .I.N.D. wirelessly measures your real-time and average cadence, also known as pedaling rate, as revolutions per minute. Polar LOOK Kéo Power system wirelessly mea[...]

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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 8 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 10 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 ETRTO Wheel size diameter (inches) Wheel size setting (mm) 25-622 700 x 25C 2080 28-622 700 x 28 2101 32-622 700 x 32[...]

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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 Polar LOOK Kéo Power system. If you purchase a new sensor , it has to be activated in the cycling computer and introduced to it. This [...]

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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 Heart Rate Sensor W ear the heart rate sensor to measure heart rate. 1. Moisten the electrode area of the strap. 2. Attach the connector to the strap. 3. T ie the strap around your chest, just below the chest muscles, and attach the hook to the other end of the strap. 4. Adjust the strap length to fit tightly but comfortably . [...]

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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 heart rate sensor dry and clean. For further information, see Caring for Y our Product. • Y ou can view detailed information on your training session 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 for Y our Product Cycling computer: Keep your cycling computer clean. Clean it with a mild soap and water solution and rinse them with clean water . Do not immerse the cycling computer in water . Dry it carefully with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals.[...]

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    Service During the two-year guarantee/warranty period we recommend that you have service, other than battery replacement, done by an authorized Polar Service Center only . The warranty does not cover damage or consequential damage caused by service not authorized by Polar Electro. For contact information and all Polar Service Center addresses, visi[...]

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    Changing Cycling Computer Battery 1. Open the battery cover by turning it counter clockwise 45 degrees (picture 1). 2. Remove the battery cover by lifting it carefully . The battery is attached to the cover . Remove the battery . Be careful not to damage the threads of the back cover and metal spring inside the battery cover . 3. Place a new batter[...]

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    Changing Polar H3 Heart Rate Sensor Battery 1. Lever the battery cover open by using the clip on the strap. 2. Remove the old battery from the battery cover with a suitable sized small rigid stick or bar , such as a toothpick. A non-metal tool is preferable. Be careful not to damage the battery cover . 3. Insert the battery inside the cover with th[...]

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    Precautions The Polar cycling computer shows your performance indicators. It is designed to indicate the level of physiological strain and recovery during and after exercise session. 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 cycli[...]

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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) Heart Rate Sensor Battery life of Polar H3 heart rate sensor: 1600 hours of use Battery type: CR2025 Battery sealing ring: O-ring 20.0 x 0.90, material silicone Operating temperature: -10 °C to +40 °C / 14 °F to 104 °F Connector ma[...]

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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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    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 cha[...]

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    tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Class B digital device notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, RSS-Gen and RSS-210. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003, CNR-Gen et CNR-210 du Canada. USA Polar El[...]

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    This product emits radio frequency energy , but the radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits forth for an uncontrolled environment. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact with the ant[...]

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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.com[...]