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  • Page 1 Installation video Operating video Settings video www.vdocyclecomputing.com/service...
  • Page 2 Preface Congratulations In choosing a VDO computer, you have opted for high-quality device with first rate technology. To optimally use the computer, we recommend that you read this manual carefully. It contains full operating instructions and many useful tips. We hope you enjoy cycling with your VDO computer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents ....................Display Resetting trip data after the trip ....................Buttons Bike selection: bike 1 or bike 2 ........................Functions Backlight mode ..................Accessing the total values Heart rate option Activating the heart rate option ........45 .........

  • Page 4: Display

    Display The VDO M5 has a large, easy-to-read display that can be divided into four areas. Area 1: Area 1 The top line permanently displays the time on the left and the temperature on the right. Area 2 If the heart rate function is selected: the heart rate is permanently displayed on the left.
  • Page 5 Display “ ” On the right of the display, under The VDO M5 can be used on two bikes. The the speed indicator, the unit kmh indicator icons 1 and 2 show you whether or mph is displayed. your VDO M5 is currently using the settings for bike 1 or bike 2.
  • Page 6 Display The following icons are shown on the left of the display next to the speed: “ ”: the icon is ON if the trip section counter has been started. A more detailed description of the trip section counter can be found on page 41.

  • Page 7: Buttons

    Buttons The VDO M5 has three buttons. In function mode: – Scroll backwards through the functions – Open the setting mode (press and hold) – Access the total values for distance and ride time (press and hold) In setting mode: –...

  • Page 8: Functions

    Functions The VDO M5 has the following functions: Current speed The current speed is permanently shown on the display. For a wheel circumference of 2,155 mm, the maximum possible speed is 199 kmh or 124 mph. Time The current time is permanently displayed at the top left.
  • Page 9 Functions Press the BIKE button to access the following information: Current distance The current distance counts up to 9,999.99 km or miles. If this value is exceeded, the counter restarts the current distance count at zero. Current ride time The current ride time counts up to 99:59:59 HH:MM:SS. If this value is exceeded, the ride time counter restarts at zero.
  • Page 10 Functions Section time The VDO M5 has a trip section counter. The trip section counter is like a stopwatch. If the trip section counter is running, the section time is recorded, as with a stopwatch. When the trip section counter is running, the section distance is also recorded.

  • Page 11: Accessing The Total Values

    Accessing the total values The total values for the distance travelled, the ride time and the altitude data are accessed separately to the data for the CURRENT trip. There are two options for displaying the totals. OPTION 1: Access the totals by pressing the TPC (TOTAL/PULSE/ CAD) button.
  • Page 12 Accessing the total values OPTION 2: Press and hold the SET button until the TOTAL VALUES menu opens. – Press theSET button to open the total values display. – Press the BIKE or TPC button to scroll in the total values. The total distance 1 (cumulative distance for all individual trips on bike 1) is displayed first.

  • Page 13: Operation While Cycling

    If you take a break and the M5 is in the bracket, the computer switches to standby mode after five minutes. If you set off again after a break, the VDO M5 has an auto-start function. The auto-start function is activated by a movement sensor.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Handlebar Bracket

    Attaching the handlebar bracket You can attach the computer to the right or left of the handlebars or in the centre on the stem. Attach the – handlebar bracket in the corresponding position. STEP 1 Decide whether you want to attach the computer to the handlebars or the stem.

  • Page 15: Attaching The Speed Transmitter

    STEP 2 90° – 45° Place the spoke magnet around an outside spoke. The VDO logo of the rod-shaped magnet core should point toward the ✔ transmitter. Align the magnet with the cross-hatched sensor marking on the transmitter at a distance of 1- 5 mm.

  • Page 16: Inserting The Computer Into The Bracket

    Inserting the computer into the bracket The VDO twist-click system securely connects the computer to the handlebar bracket. Lock How to insert the computer: STEP 1 UNLock Place the computer into the bracket in a 10 o’clock position. STEP 2 Rotate the computer to the right into the 12 o’clock position...

  • Page 17: Pairing The Transmitter (Initial Use)

    – Heart rate (if the heart rate option is activated) – Cadence (if the cadence option is activated) The VDO M5 has an automatic bike recognition function. Depending on whether you are using bike 1 or bike 2, the data is recorded for bike 1 or bike 2.

  • Page 18: Settings

    Settings – language The following display languages can be selected for the VDO M5: – German – English – French – Italian – Spanish – Dutch How to select the language: Press and hold the SET button until the settings menu opens.
  • Page 19 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 20: Unit

    Settings – unit Use the unit settings to specify the measurement formats for: – Speed (kmh or mph) – Temperature (C or F) – Weight (kg or lbs) – Time (24-hour or 12-hour with AM/PM) How to set the units: Press and hold the SET button until the settings menu opens.
  • Page 21 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE or TPC button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 22: Wheel Circumference

    Settings – wheel circumference/wheel size You can set the roll circumference of your wheel in millimetres on the VDO M5 or select the applicable Wheel Wheel tyres from a tyre table. circum- circum- ference ference Tyre size ETRTo in mm...
  • Page 23 Settings – wheel circumference/wheel size How to set your wheel circumference: Press and hold the SET button until the settings menu opens. Press the BIKE button to switch from Totals to Settings. Press the SET button to open the settings. “Language”...
  • Page 24 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.
  • Page 25 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 26: My Data

    Settings – my data Use the My data settings to set your data for your age, weight, gender and HR max. These are required to calculate the heart rate training zones. The following are calculated on the basis of the data: –...
  • Page 27 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 28: Sensor Selection

    Settings – sensor selection The M5 can display heart rate and (simultaneously) cadence data. To do this, a heart rate and/or cadence transmitter must be available and installed. Use the sensor selection menu to select the sensor that should be activated.
  • Page 29 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 30: Clock

    Settings – clock On the VDO M5, you can set the time in 12-hour AM/PM format or 24-hour format. Specify the desired time format in the unit settings (see page 20). How to set the time: Press and hold the SET button until the settings menu opens.
  • Page 31 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 32: Switching The Beeper On Or Off

    Settings – switching the beeper on or off On the M5, you can switch the beeper for the heart rate warning on or off. How to set the beeper: Press and hold the SET button until the settings menu opens.

  • Page 33: Total Distance

    Settings – total distance You can set the total distance ridden on the VDO M5. For example, you can enter your data here at the start of a new cycling season. You can set the total distance separately for bike 1 and bike 2.
  • Page 34 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE or TPC button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 35: Total Ride Time

    Settings – total ride time You can set the total ride time on the VDO M5. For example, you can set your total ride time (cumulative ride time for all trips) at the start of the new cycling season. You can set the values separately for bike 1 and bike 2.
  • Page 36 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 37: Total Calorie Burn

    Settings – total calorie burn On the M5, the total calorie burn can be set for all trips, separately for bike 1 and bike 2, for example at the start of the new cycling season. ATTENTION: the M5 stores all total values even if you replace the batteries.
  • Page 38 If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode.

  • Page 39: Setting The Navigator

    Setting the navigator The navigator is a second, completely independent trip distance counter. The navigator can: – be reset to zero any number of desired times during a trip – be set to a distance value – count forwards or backwards from the set distance value. Navigator setting range: -99.99 to +999.99 km or miles.

  • Page 40: Resetting The Navigator To Zero

    SET button. The response“Set OK” appears on the display. The settings menu closes. The VDO M5 returns to function mode. Resetting the navigator to zero The navigator can be reset to zero any number of desired times during a trip.

  • Page 41: Trip Section Counter

    Trip section counter The VDO M5 has a time and distance counter that works similarly to a stopwatch. When the trip section counter is running, the time and distance covered in this time are recorded. Starting the trip section counter Simultaneously press the BIKE and SET buttons.

  • Page 42: Resetting The Trip Section Counter To Zero

    – Section ride time Resetting trip data after the trip After each trip, you can reset the data for this trip to zero. The VDO M5 is then ready for the next trip. ATTENTION: your total distance (total number of kilometres ridden), total ride time and total calorie burn (if the heart rate function is activated) are not reset to zero.

  • Page 43: Bike Selection: Bike 1 Or Bike 2

    The digital data from the speed transmitter also informs the bike recognition switch must be set to either BIKE 1 or BIKE 2. VDO M5 of whether bike 1 or bike 2 is currently being used. Only then will the automatic bike recognition work.

  • Page 44: Backlight Mode

    If backlight mode is activated, the light icon can be seen at the top of the display. ATTENTION: backlight mode is switched off if the M5 goes into sleep mode, e.g. if you take a break during a trip. This avoids unnecessary use of the battery.

  • Page 45: Heart Rate Option

    Activating the heart rate option The M5 can also display heart rate values. ATTENTION: the heart rate option can only be activated if you have the VDO heart rate transmitter, product no. CP3013. How to activate the heart rate option: Press and hold the SET button until the settings menu opens.

  • Page 46: Display When Using The Heart Rate Option

    Display when using the heart rate option If the heart rate option is activated, the current heart rate is shown at the top left of the display. If the heart rate option is activated the indicator arrows show whether the heart rate is below or above the selected training zone.

  • Page 47: Functions In The Heart Rate Option

    Functions in the heart rate option If the heart rate option is activated, the heart rate functions are accessed by pressing the TPC (TOTAL/PULSE/CAD) button. The following functions can be sequentially accessed: Zones graph With the current heart rate as a percentage of the personal maximum heart rate and an indicator of the selected training zone (FIT/FAT/OWN).
  • Page 48 Functions in the heart rate option Time in the selected training zone. Indicates the time during which the current heart rate was within the selected training zone. Time above the selected training zone. Indicates the time during which the current heart rate was above the upper limit for the training zone.

  • Page 49: Selecting Heart Rate Zones

    Press the BIKE or TPC button to select one of the three training zones. Press the SET button to confirm the selection. The VDO M5 confirms your selection by displaying the text “Set OK”. The M5 automatically returns to function mode.

  • Page 50: Cadence Option

    Activating the cadence option The VDO M5 can also display the cadence. ATTENTION: to display the cadence, the VDO cadence transmitter, product no. CP3012, must be installed. The cadence option must be activated in the settings. How to activate the cadence option: Press and hold the SET button until the settings menu opens.

  • Page 51: Display When Using The Cadence Option

    Activating the cadence option The VDO M5 confirms the setting by displaying the text “Set OK”. If you want to configure further settings, press the BIKE button to access these. If you do not want to configure any further settings, press and hold the SET button.

  • Page 52: Button Allocation And Functions

    Heart rate + cadence option On the VDO M5, you can simultaneously activate the heart For how to activate the heart rate option, see page 45. rate and cadence options.

  • Page 53: Display With Heart Rate And Cadence

    Display with heart rate + cadence If both the heart rate and cadence options are activated both values are simultaneously shown on the display. The current heart rate is displayed at the top left instead of the time. The cadence is displayed on the top right instead of the temperature.

  • Page 54: Buttons/Functions With Heart Rate And Cadence Options

    Button allocation/functions with the heart rate + cadence options All heart rate and cadence functions are accessed by pressing the TPC (TOTAL/PULSE/CAD) button. A description of the heart rate functions can be found on page 47. A description of the cadence functions can be found on page 54.

  • Page 55: Battery Status Indicator

    Battery status indicator The VDO M5 has a low battery warning. If the remaining battery capacity falls below a certain level, a warning appears on the display. Press any button to clear the warning. Following a low battery warning, you still have approximately two weeks to replace the battery.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Battery In The Speed Transmitter

    Replacing the battery in the speed transmitter The battery in the speed transmitter should be replaced annually to guarantee seamless wireless transmission. You need a 3 V 2032 battery. We recommend using a branded battery from Sony, Panasonic, Varta or Duracell. How to replace the battery: STEP 1 oPEN...

  • Page 57: Terms Of Guarantee

    Terms of guarantee VDO Cycle Parts offers a two-year guarantee on your If your complaint is legitimate, you will receive a comparable VDO computer,starting from the date of purchase. replacement device. You are not entitled to a replacement of This guarantee covers material and processing defects on the identical model if the model in question is no longer in production due to a model change.

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Error Possible cause Correction Half segments on the display Computer software not running Remove and re-insert the battery (e.g. after a battery change) correctly after battery change No speed displayed Distance from sensor to magnet too Correct the sensor and magnet positions great or magnet not correctly aligned with the sensor position No speed displayed...

  • Page 59: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Computer: Wireless transmission ranges: Approx. 49 H x 38 W x 12 D mm Speed transmitter: 75 cm Display: Cadence transmitter: 90 cm H approx. 39 mm, W approx. 29 mm Heart rate transmitter: 75 cm Computer weight: Temperature indicator range on the display: Approx.
  • Page 60 The declaration of conformity can be viewed at: Neustadt/Weinstraße, declare that when used as intended, www.vdocyclecomputing.com. the VDO cycle computer with wireless transmission VDO M5 and all transmitters D3-SPD, D3-CAD, D3-HR comply with the essential requirements established in Article 3 of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 61 Cycle Parts GmbH Le Quartier Hornbach 13 67433 Neustadt/Weinstrasse (Germany) +49 (0) 63 21- 95 82 7 - 0 www.vdocyclecomputing.com...

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