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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Polar CS500 User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH CONTENTS 1. GET TO KNOW YOUR POLAR CS500.................... 4 2. GETTING STARTED ........................ 6 Button Functions and Menu Structure ..................6 Basic Settings ........................7 Measure Wheel Size ......................7 Install the Polar Bike Mount ....................7 Attach the Cycling Computer to the Bike Mount ................8 3.
  • Page 3 ENGLISH Changing Cycling Computer Battery ..................30 Precautions ........................31 Interference During Exercise ....................31 Minimizing Risks When Exercising..................31 Technical Specifications ......................32 Frequently Asked Questions..................... 33 Limited Polar International Guarantee ..................35 Disclaimer ......................... 36 INDEX ..........................37...

  • Page 4: Get To Know Your Polar Cs500

    ENGLISH 1. GET TO KNOW YOUR POLAR CS500 Congratulations on your purchase of a new Polar CS500 cycling computer! 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.fi/support.
  • Page 5 Data from all compatible sensors and WearLink transmitter is sent wirelessly to the cycling computer over Polar's 2.4GHz W.I.N.D. technology. This eliminates interference during training. Register your Polar product at http://register.polar.fi/ to ensure we can keep improving our products and services to better meet your needs.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    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. BACK / STOP OK / START / LAP / RESET NEXT / SET • Exit the menu •...

  • Page 7: Basic Settings

    Before you start cycling, set the wheel size of your bike into the cycling computer. For further information, see Bike Settings (page 21). Install the Polar Bike Mount You can install the bike mount on the stem or on the left- or right-hand side of the handlebar.

  • Page 8: Attach The Cycling Computer To The Bike Mount

    Secure the bike mount firmly. Cut off excess cable ties. For a video tutorial, go to http://www.polar.fi/en/support/video_tutorials. Attach the Cycling Computer to the Bike Mount Push the button and position the cycling computer onto the bike mount.

  • Page 9: Training

    Tie the strap around your chest, just below the chest muscles, and attach the hook to the other end of the strap. Check that the wet electrode areas are firmly against your skin and that the Polar logo of the connector is in a central and upright position.
  • Page 10 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 to start the recording.

  • Page 11: Training Information

    Your average riding speed of the training session is displayed with an Average speed indicator which tells you whether the speed is rising or dropping (Polar CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. required). Your pedaling rate in revolutions per minute (Optional Polar CS cadence Cadence sensor W.I.N.D.

  • Page 12: Take A Lap

    Time of day Distance between points A and B. Use this function for measuring Trip distance distance between two points on the route (Polar CS speed sensor™ W.I.N.D. required). Trip distance can be reset in pause mode. Take a Lap Take a lap by pressing LAP.

  • Page 13: Stop Training

    Your cycling computer automatically determines your individual, optimum and safe training intensity zone; your OwnZone. The unique Polar OwnZone defines your personal training zone for aerobic training. The function guides you through a warm up, taking your present physical and mental state into account. For most adults, OwnZone corresponds to about 65-85% of maximum heart rate.

  • Page 14: Determining Your Ownzone

    ENGLISH function is on. Determining Your OwnZone Your OwnZone is determined in five stages. If the sounds are on, a beep will indicate the end of each stage. Wear the transmitter as instructed. Start from time mode and press START . is displayed and OwnZone determination begins.

  • Page 15: After Training

    ENGLISH 4. AFTER TRAINING Training File View detailed information on your training session in FILES In time mode, press NEXT. is displayed. FILES 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). To browse the files, use NEXT .
  • Page 16 ENGLISH Text on the display Displayed information Maximum altitude Alt./Temp Temperature To display additional information calculated from the altimeter data, press • (Maximum inclination shown in degrees and in Incline percentage) • (Maximum declination shown in degrees and in Decline percentage) •...

  • Page 17: Deleting Training Files

    The maximum number of training files is 14. When the training file memory becomes full, the oldest training file is overwritten by the most recent one. To save the training file for a longer period of time, transfer it to Polar web service at www.polarpersonaltrainer.com. For more information, see Data Transfer (page 19).
  • Page 18 ENGLISH • : Cumulative ascent and the date when the cumulation started. Ascent • : Cumulative descent and the date when the cumulation started. Descent • Reset ALL? : To reset all total values, press START . Reset? ALL is displayed. Press OK. Are You SURE? displayed.

  • Page 19: Data Transfer

    Download and install the Polar WebSync software on your computer from Downloads -section of polarpersonaltrainer.com. WebSync software is automatically activated when the box "Launch the Polar WebSync" is ticked at the end of the installation. Plug in your DataLink to the USB port of the computer and activate your cycling computer with a long button press.

  • Page 20: Settings

    ENGLISH 6. SETTINGS Cycling Settings In cycling settings you can activate or disactivate the following functions: : This setting is shown only if you have activated the reminder function in Reminder 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.

  • Page 21: Bike Settings

    AutoStart SET The AutoStart function starts or stops the training recording automatically when you start or stop cycling. The AutoStart function requires wheel size setting and Polar Speed Sensor W.I.N.D. Wheel you can set the wheel size (mm) of your bike. Wheel size settings are a prerequisite for Wheel SET accurate cycling information.

  • Page 22: Speed

    : Set chain length in millimeters. Accept the set value with OK. C. length : Set span length in millimeters. Accept the set value with OK. S. length Examples of chain weights and lengths (Due to the variation of the measurements, Polar cannot be held responsible for their validity): Weight Length...

  • Page 23: Altitude Settings

    ENGLISH Shimano Dura-Ace CN-7700 280 g 1473 mm Super narrow HG Shimano Dura-Ace CN-7701 280 g 1473 mm Ultegra CN-HG92, 105 HG72,105 HG73 Shimano Sora CN-HG50 335 g 1473 mm Campagnolo Record 2000, 10 260 g 1473 mm Speed Chain Campagnolo 10 Speed Chains 274 g 1473 mm...

  • Page 24: User Settings

    ENGLISH The display reads: To adjust the flashing value, To accept the value, press OK press SET Time : Set 24h or 12h time mode. : Set AM or PM if you use 12h format. Set hours. Set minutes. Set date. Date The order of date settings depends on which time format...

  • Page 25: Maximum Heart Rate (Hrmax)

    ENGLISH Maximum Heart Rate (HR is used to estimate energy expenditure. HR is the highest number of heartbeats per minute during maximum physical exertion. HR is also useful when determining exercise intensity. The most accurate method for determining your individual HR is to perform a maximal exercise stress test in a laboratory.

  • Page 26: Using A New Accessory

    S. length centre of the bottom bracket as shown in the picture. Accept the set value with OK. Examples of chain weights and lengths (Due to the variation of the measurements, Polar cannot be held responsible for their validity): Weight...
  • Page 27 ENGLISH Shimano Dura-Ace CN-7701 280 g 1473 mm Ultegra CN-HG92, 105 HG72,105 HG73 Shimano Sora CN-HG50 335 g 1473 mm Campagnolo Record 2000, 10 260 g 1473 mm Speed Chain Campagnolo 10 Speed Chains 274 g 1473 mm Chorus, Centaur Campagnolo Veloce, Mirage, and 277g 1473 mm...

  • Page 28: Using A New Transmitter

    Teaching a New Transmitter Wear the transmitter and make sure that you are not near (40 m/131 ft) other Polar WearLink W.I.N.D. transmitters. Activate your cycling computer with a three-second button press.

  • Page 29: Important Information

    Register your Polar product at http://register.polar.fi/ to ensure we can keep improving our products and services to better meet your needs. The username for your Polar Account is always your email address. The same username and password are valid for Polar product registration, polarpersonaltrainer.com, Polar discussion forum and Newsletter registration.

  • Page 30: Changing Cycling Computer Battery

    When changing the battery, make sure the sealing ring is not damaged, in which case you should replace it with a new one. Battery kits with sealing rings are available at well-equipped Polar retailers and authorized Polar Service Centers. In the USA and Canada, the additional sealing rings are available at authorized Polar Service Centers.

  • Page 31: Precautions

    Notice to individuals with pacemakers, defibrillators or other implanted electronic devices. Individuals who have a pacemaker use the Polar cycling computer at their own risk. Before starting use, we always recommend a maximal exercise stress test under a doctor’s supervision. The test is to ensure the safety and reliability of the simultaneous use of the pacemaker and the Polar cycling computer.

  • Page 32: Technical Specifications

    ENGLISH skin reaction to the transmitter, wear it over a shirt, but moisten the shirt well under the electrodes to ensure flawless operation. The combined impact of moisture and intense abrasion may cause a black color to come off the transmitter’s surface, possibly staining light-colored clothes.

  • Page 33: Frequently Asked Questions

    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 apply to products of other manufacturers.
  • Page 34 Your altimeter may show faulty altitude if it is exposed to external interference like strong wind or air conditioning. In this case, try to calibrate the altimeter. If the readings are constantly inaccurate, dirt may be blocking the air pressure channels. In this case, send the cycling computer to a Polar Service Center. is displayed? Memory full The message appears during training if no memory space is left for the training session.

  • Page 35: Limited Polar International Guarantee

    Polar Electro Oy. The names and logos marked with a ® symbol in this user manual or in the package of this product are registered trademarks of Polar Electro Oy, except Windows which is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 36: Disclaimer

    • Polar Electro Inc./Polar Electro Oy shall not be liable for any damages, losses, costs or expenses, direct, indirect or incidental, consequential or special, arising out of, or related to the use of this material or the products described herein.

  • Page 37: Index

    ENGLISH INDEX Altitude settings ..........23 User settings .

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