Polar CS500 User Manual 3
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Polar CS500 User Manual
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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. TRAINING........................................................................................................................... 9
Wear the Transmitter............................................................................................................. 9
Start Training...................................................................................................................... 9
Training Information ............................................................................................................. 11
Take a Lap......................................................................................................................... 12
Functions in Pause Mode ....................................................................................................... 12
Stop Training...................................................................................................................... 13
Training with OwnZone .......................................................................................................... 13
Determining Your OwnZone................................................................................................. 14
4. AFTER TRAINING .................................................................................................................. 15
Training File....................................................................................................................... 15
Deleting Training Files........................................................................................................... 17
Totals............................................................................................................................... 17
5. DATA TRANSFER .................................................................................................................. 19
6. SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................... 20
Cycling Settings .................................................................................................................. 20
Timer Settings..................................................................................................................... 20
Heart Rate Limit Settings........................................................................................................ 20
Bike Settings ...................................................................................................................... 21
AutoStart ........................................................................................................................21
Wheel ............................................................................................................................21
Speed ........................................................................................................................... 22
Cadence ........................................................................................................................22
Power ............................................................................................................................ 22
Altitude Settings .................................................................................................................. 23
Watch Settings.................................................................................................................... 23
User Settings ...................................................................................................................... 24
Maximum Heart Rate (HRmax) ............................................................................................ 25
Heart Rate Value in a Sitting Position (HRsit) ......................................................................... 25
General Settings .................................................................................................................. 25
7. USING A NEW ACCESSORY...................................................................................................... 26
Teaching a New Speed Sensor............................................................................................. 26
Teaching a New Cadence Sensor* ........................................................................................ 26
Teaching a New Power Output Sensor*.................................................................................. 26
8. USING A NEW TRANSMITTER ................................................................................................... 28
Teaching a New Transmitter................................................................................................ 28
9. IMPORTANT INFORMATION...................................................................................................... 29
Care and Maintenance........................................................................................................... 29
Caring of Your Product....................................................................................................... 29
Service ...........................................................................................................................29
Changing Batteries............................................................................................................ 29
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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
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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.
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 large display guarantees clear
visibility of training information in all conditions.
Innovative button technology allows easy and safe
operation even in high speeds.
The cycling computer can be easily attached to the
stem or handlebars of your bike with new Polar Dual
Lock Bike Mount. Bike mount’s newly designed
metal parts guarantee firm attachment for the
cycling computer.
Comfortable Polar WearLink®+ 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 measures your real-time and average
cadence, also known as pedaling rate, as
revolutions per minute.
Optional Polar Power Output Sensor™ W.I.N.D.
wirelessly measures power output expressed in
watts and cadence.
4 Get to Know Your Polar CS500
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. There you can:
• store your training files for a long-term follow-up.
• analyze and follow your progress to the finest
detail.
• analyze training intensity and needed recovery
time using the training load feature.
• optimize the way you train by using the Polar
training programs
• challenge your friends to a virtual sports
competition and interact with other sports
enthusiasts.
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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.
For video tutorials, go to http://www.polar.fi/en/support/video_tutorials.
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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 2. OK / START / LAP / RESET 3. NEXT / SET
• 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.
• Confirm selections
• Start a training session
• Take a lap
• Reset total values
• With a three-second press in
the power save mode, activate
the cycling computer.
• Move to the next mode or
menu level
• Change the bike with a long
press in time mode
• Adjust a selected value
• With a three-second press in
the power save mode, activate
the cycling computer.
The cycling computer goes to the power save mode if you do not press any button in the time mode for five
minutes. You can turn the cycling computer on again by pressing any button for three seconds.
You can use and buttons in two ways:
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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. The values scroll faster if you press and hold SET.
Activate your cycling computer by pressing any button for three seconds. Basic SET is displayed. Press
START and adjust the following data:
1. Time set: Select 12h or 24h. With 12h, select AM or PM. Enter time.
2. Date set: Enter date.
3. Unit: Select metric (kg/cm) or imperial (lb/ft) units.
4. Weight: Enter your weight.
5. Height: Enter your height. In LB/FT format, first enter feet then inches.
6. Birthday: Enter your date of birth.
7. Sex: Select Male or Female.
8. Settings DONE is displayed. To change the settings, press BACK until you return to the desired setting. To
accept the settings, press OK and the cycling computer goes to time mode.
Measure Wheel Size
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.
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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.fi/en/support/video_tutorials.
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.
To detach the cycling computer from the bike mount, push the button and lift the cycling computer off
the bike mount.
For a video tutorial, go to http://www.polar.fi/en/support/video_tutorials.
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3. TRAINING
Wear the Transmitter
Wear the transmitter to measure heart rate.
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1. Wet the electrode areas of the strap under running water.
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 transmitter carefully after using lotion or gel.
2. Attach the connector to the strap. Adjust the strap to fit tightly but comfortably.
3. Tie the strap around your chest, just below the chest muscles, and attach the hook to the other end of
the strap.
4. 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.
Detach the transmitter connector from the strap after every use, to maximize the transmitter battery
lifetime. Rinse the strap under running water. See detailed washing instructions in Care and Maintenance
(page 29).
For a video tutorial, go to http://www.polar.fi/en/support/video_tutorials.
The Polar WearLink transmitter can be used with apparels that have built-in soft textile electrodes. Wet the
electrode areas of the apparel. Attach the connector of the transmitter straight onto the apparel without the strap
so that the connector’s Polar logo is in an upright position.
Start Training
Attach the cycling computer to the bike mount and activate it with a long button press.
In time mode, the cycling computer automatically starts detecting your heart rate.
The number on the upper left-hand corner indicates the bike that is in use. The bike
you have used during the previous training session is automatically selected. To
change the bike, long-press NEXT in time mode.
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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 11) for more detailed descriptions of displayed information.
Distance alternating with lap distance (when you have taken at least one lap).
Speed
Heart rate and Cadence
Average speed
Speed
Average heart rate and Cadence
Speed
Stopwatch
Heart rate and Cadence
Arrival time
Time of day
Heart rate and Cadence
Heart rate limits
Time in target zone
Heart rate and Cadence
Calories
Calorie expenditure per hour
Heart rate and Cadence
Altitude
Inclinometer
Temperature and Cadence
Trip distance
Speed / Power
Heart rate and Cadence
Set the cycling computer to scroll the views automatically by pressing and holding NEXT. Turn scrolling off by
pressing NEXT.
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Training Information
Information on the display Description
Altitude Current altitude in meters / feet
By setting the distance you are going to ride, the cycling computer
estimates your arrival time to the destination according to your riding
Arrival time
Average heart rate Your average heart rate of the training session is displayed with an
Average speed Your average riding speed of the training session is displayed with an
speed. For further information, see Cycling Settings (page 20).
If the riding distance function is off, the speed is displayed instead of
arrival time.
indicator which tells you whether your heart rate is rising or dropping.
indicator which tells you whether the speed is rising or dropping (Polar
CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. required).
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Cadence Your pedaling rate in revolutions per minute (Optional Polar CS cadence
sensor W.I.N.D. required)
Calories The expended calories so far. The cumulation of calories starts when your
heart rate is displayed.
Calorie expenditure per hour Rate of calorie expenditure per hour
Distance Distance covered so far (Polar CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. required)
Heart rate Your current heart rate
Heart rate limits Lower and upper heart rate limit. The heart symbol moves left or right
according to your heart rate. If the symbol is not visible, your heart rate is
outside the limits. The alarm helps you to stay within the set limits.
You can set the alarm off by setting the sound off in General
Settings. For more information, see General Settings
(page ? )
Inclinometer Uphill / Downhill steepness in percentages and grades. An estimation in
numerical form how steep uphill or downhill you are cycling, helping you
to adjust cycling effort accordingly.
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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 Power Output Sensor
W.I.N.D. 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. Use this function for measuring
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. The following information is displayed:
Lap time indicates elapsed time for one lap.
Heart rate / Lap number
Split time is elapsed time from the beginning of the training session until storing
the latest lap time.
Average heart rate (calculated from the beginning of the lap)
If you have activated the automatic lap function, your cycling computer automatically records laps when
you reach the set distance. For further information, see Cycling Settings (page 20).
Functions in Pause Mode
To pause the training session, press STOP.
In pause mode, you can select:
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