Polar CS500 User Manual
The Polar CS500 cycling computer applies the following patented technologies, among others:
•
OwnZone® assessment for determining personal target heart rate limits for the day
•
Wearlink® technology for heart rate measurement
Polar DataLink and Polar WebSync 2.1 Software (or newer)
System Requirements:
PC MS Windows (2000/XP/Vista/7), 32 bit, Microsoft .NET Framework
Version 2.0
Version 2.0
Intel Mac OS X 10.5 or newer
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 apply to products of other manufacturers.
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.
Marking on case back
Water resistant characteristics
Water proof IPX7
Not suitable for bathing or swimming. Protected
against wash splashes and raindrops. Do not wash
with a pressure washer.
against wash splashes and raindrops. Do not wash
with a pressure washer.
Water resistant*
Not suitable for swimming. Protected against wash
splashes, sweat, raindrops etc. Do not wash with a
pressure washer.
splashes, sweat, raindrops etc. Do not wash with a
pressure washer.
Water resistant 30 m/50 m
Suitable for bathing and swimming
Water resistant 100 m
Suitable for swimming and snorkeling (without air
tanks)
tanks)
*These characteristics also apply to Polar WearLink transmitter W.I.N.D. , CS speed and cadence sensors
W.I.N.D. and Power Output Sensor W.I.N.D. marked water resistant.
W.I.N.D. and Power Output Sensor W.I.N.D. marked water resistant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if...
...the battery symbol and
WearLink
/
Speed
/
Cadence
/
Power
is displayed?
...The battery of your WearLink or Speed/Cadence/Power sensor is expiring. For more information, see Care
and Maintenance (page 29).
and Maintenance (page 29).
...I do not know where I am in the menu?
Press and hold BACK until the time of day is displayed.
...the cycling computer does not measure the calories?
Burnt calories are calculated only when you are wearing the transmitter and all the user settings are set
correctly. For more information see User Settings (page 24).
correctly. For more information see User Settings (page 24).
...the heart rate reading becomes erratic, extremely high or shows nil (00)?
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Make sure the cycling computer is no further than 40 m/131 ft from the transmitter.
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Make sure the transmitter belt has not loosened during exercise.
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Make sure the textile electrodes in the sports apparel fit snugly.
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Make sure that the electrodes of the transmitter / sports apparel are moistened.
•
Make sure the transmitter / sports apparel is clean.
•
Make sure that there is no other heart rate transmitter within 40 m/131 ft.
•
Strong electromagnetic signals can cause erratic readings. For further information, see Precautions
(page 31).
(page 31).
•
If the erratic heart rate reading continues despite moving away from the source of disturbance, slow down
your speed and check your pulse manually. If you feel it corresponds to the high reading on the display,
your speed and check your pulse manually. If you feel it corresponds to the high reading on the display,
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