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The information relevant to using the product with the cadence sensor is in blue text.
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INTRODUCTION TO THE POLAR CYCLING COMPUTER ........................................................................................................7
1.1 PRODUCT ELEMENTS ...............................................................................................................................................7
1.2 USING YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER FOR THE FIRST TIME ...........................................................................................8
1.3.1 Bike Mount and Cycling Computer..............................................................................................................12
1.3.2 Speed Sensor ..............................................................................................................................................13
1.3.3 Cadence Sensor ..........................................................................................................................................15
1.4 WEARING YOUR TRANSMITTER ...............................................................................................................................17
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EXERCISING ....................................................................................................................................................................18
2.1 EXERCISE RECORDING AND HEART RATE MEASURING ...........................................................................................18
2.2 FUNCTIONS DURING EXERCISE ..............................................................................................................................20
2.3 STOPPING THE EXERCISE AND VIEWING SUMMARY FILE .........................................................................................25
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VIEWING RECORDED INFORMATION - FILE .....................................................................................................................27
3.1 VIEWING EXERCISE FILE .........................................................................................................................................27
3.2 DELETING FILES ONE BY ONE .................................................................................................................................31
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TOTAL VALUES .................................................................................................................................................................32
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SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................................................37
AUTOMATIC LAP RECORDING SETTINGS (CYCLING SET) .........................................................................................37
5.2 TIMER SETTINGS (TIMER SET) ................................................................................................................................39
SENSORS ...........................................12
ENGLISH
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS The information relevant to using the product with the cadence sensor is in blue text. INTRODUCTION TO THE POLAR CYCLING COMPUTER ......................7 1.1 PRODUCT ELEMENTS ...............................7 1.2 USING YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER FOR THE FIRST TIME ...................8 1.3 INSTALLING THE BIKE MOUNT, CYCLING COMPUTER, SPEED AND CADENCE SENSORS ...........12... - Page 2 6.2 TRANSFER YOUR TRAINING DATA TO THE TRAINING DIARY ON THE WEB ..............56 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..............................57 PRECAUTIONS .................................60 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS .............................62 10. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................64 11. LIMITED POLAR INTERNATIONAL GUARANTEE .........................66 12. POLAR DISCLAIMER ................................67 13. INDEX ....................................68 – ENGLISH...
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Page 3: Introduction To The Polar Cycling Computer
If your cycling computer needs repair, send it with a Return Card for distance during cycling. service to your Polar Service Center. The two-year Polar guarantee is issued to the original customer/purchaser of the product. Keep the Polar Cadence Sensor™... -
Page 4: Using Your Cycling Computer For The First Time
1.2 USING YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER FOR THE FIRST TIME Enter your settings in the Basic Settings mode (time, date, units, and personal settings). How to enter Basic Settings Entering accurate personal information ensures that you receive correct feedback based on your performance (calorie consumption, OwnZone determination etc). - Page 5 The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl ashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept the value • Hours RIGHT MIDDLE • Set the hours.* • Minutes RIGHT MIDDLE • Set the minutes.* 4. Date Set** •...
- Page 6 The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl ashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept the value 5. Unit RIGHT MIDDLE kg/cm or lb/ft • Set the units for weight and height: kg/cm or lb/ft. 6. Weight RIGHT MIDDLE •...
- Page 7 The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl ashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept the value RIGHT MIDDLE 9. Sex Male / Female • Set male or female. • Settings done is displayed. • To change your settings, press the LEFT button until you return to the desired setting. •...
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Page 8: Installing The Bike Mount, Cycling Computer, Speed And
1.3 INSTALLING THE BIKE MOUNT, CYCLING COMPUTER, SPEED AND CADENCE SENSORS 1.3.1 BIKE MOUNT AND CYCLING COMPUTER 1. You can install the bike mount and the cycling computer on the left or right side of the handlebar or on the stem with cable ties. -
Page 9: Speed Sensor
90° angle. 4. Adjust the sensor to the front Should the distance between the cycling computer and the fork so that the POLAR logo speed sensor be longer than recommended (for example faces outwards. Adjust the on mountain bikes due to the front suspension), the speed ties loosely. - Page 10 5. Attach the magnet to a Your safety is important to us. While riding your bike, spoke at the same level as please keep your eyes on the road to prevent any accidents the sensor. The magnet hole and injury. Check that you can turn the handlebar normally must be facing the speed and that the cable wires for brakes or gearing do not catch sensor.
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Page 11: Cadence Sensor
1.3.3 CADENCE SENSOR To install the cadence sensor and crank magnet, you need cutters. 1. Check the down tube to fi nd 3. Clean and dry a suitable a suitable place for the place for the sensor and cadence sensor. The sensor adjust the sensor to the max 80 cm / 2’6’’... - Page 12 max 4 mm / 0’16’’ 5. Fine-tune the positioning of both the crank magnet Before you start cycling, you should set the wheel size of and the sensor so that the magnet passes close your bicycle into the cycling computer and turn the cadence to the sensor without actually touching it.
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Page 13: Wearing Your Transmitter
Secure the strap around your chest, just below your chest muscles, and snap the second fastener. 3. Check that the wet electrode areas are fi rmly against your skin and that the Polar logo of the connector is in a central, upright position. -
Page 14: Exercising
2. EXERCISING 2.1 EXERCISE RECORDING AND HEART RATE MEASURING You can record seven Exercise Files. There are two ways to start exercise recording. If you turn on the AutoStart function, the cycling computer automatically starts and stops exercise recording when you start and stop cycling. If the AutoStart function is off, you can start exercise recording by pressing the MIDDLE button. - Page 15 • If your heart rate is not displayed and 00 appears on the display, the heart rate detection has stopped. Bring the cycling computer near the Polar logo on the transmitter to restart the heart rate detection. No button press is needed.
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Page 16: Functions During Exercise
2.2 FUNCTIONS DURING EXERCISE Note: Your exercise information is saved only if the stopwatch, i.e. your exercise duration, has been running for more than one minute or at least one lap has been stored. Changing the display information: Press the RIGHT button to view the following options during exercise: Ridden distance alternates with trip distance when you have taken at least one lap time. - Page 17 Average speed rise or drop indicator. Cadence Heart rate The kilocalories you have burned so far. The cumulation of kilocalories starts as your heart rate is displayed. If there is no heart rate reading or you have not set your user information, the speed is displayed instead of calorie information.
- Page 18 Heart rate limits: On the left, you can see your lower heart rate limit and on the right your upper heart rate limit. The heart rate symbol moves left or right according to your heart rate. If the heart symbol is not visible, it means your heart rate is either below the fl ashing lower heart rate limit or above the fl...
- Page 19 Target Zone Alarm: With the Target Zone Alarm you can make sure you exercise at the right intensity. When the target zone heart rate limits are activated, the cycling computer sounds an alarm if you are above or below your heart rate limits. You can set the limits for your target zone in the Settings/Limits SET menu.
- Page 20 Timers: The timers of your cycling computer work during your exercise recording. The cycling computer beeps and shows when the timer time matches. If only timer 1 is on, the same timer beeps always after the set time has elapsed during your exercise.
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Page 21: Stopping The Exercise And Viewing Summary File
2.3 STOPPING THE EXERCISE AND VIEWING SUMMARY FILE 1. Press the LEFT button to pause the exercise recording. Paused is displayed. 2. Press the LEFT button. Summary FILE is displayed and following information starts automatically scrolling: Recorded Exercise File Information Duration of recorded exercise. - Page 22 Recorded Exercise File Information Distance Ridden distance. RideTime Time used for cycling. E.g., if you stop cycling but do not stop the exercise recording the cycled time counting will automatically stop, but the exercised time will continue to elapse. If the AutoStart function is activated, the exercise and cycled time is the same, because the cycling computer automatically starts and stops the recording as you start and stop cycling.
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Page 23: Viewing Recorded Information - File
3. VIEWING RECORDED INFORMATION - FILE The Exercise File allows you to review cycling and exercise information collected while recording an exercise session. The cycling computer starts recording information in a File as soon as you start recording by pressing the MIDDLE button or using AutoStart function. Your exercise information is saved only if the stopwatch has been on for more than one minute or at least one lap has been stored. - Page 24 Recorded Exercise File Information Exe.Time Duration of recorded exercise. Avg HR / Max HR The average heart rate and maximum heart rate alternate in heartbeats per minute (bpm). Note: If you set heart rate limits in percentages of your maximum heart rate these values are displayed also as percentages of your maximum heart rate (%).
- Page 25 Recorded Exercise File Information RideTime Time used for cycling. LAPS Number of laps while exercising. Note: Lap information is displayed if you have stored at least one lap during your exercise. 6. To view the best lap, press the MIDDLE button. The best lap information is displayed: The fastest lap time.
- Page 26 Recorded Exercise File Information Speed The speed when you recorded the lap. Average speed during the lap. Cadence The cadence when you recorded the lap. Average cadence during the lap. Distance The Lap and Split distances alternate on the display. •...
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Page 27: Deleting Files One By One
3.2 DELETING FILES ONE BY ONE You can release memory by deleting fi les. Once you have deleted a fi le, you cannot retrieve it. 1. In the Time mode, press the RIGHT button. FILES is displayed. 2. Press the MIDDLE button. 3. -
Page 28: Total Values
4. TOTAL VALUES Total values include cumulative and maximum values of information recorded during your training sessions. The values are updated automatically when exercise recording is stopped. Viewing the Total Values 1. In the Time mode, press the RIGHT button until TOTALS is displayed. 2. - Page 29 Total Values The date when cumulation started. Odometer alternates with the date when cumulation started and the cumulation for both bike 1 and bike 2. Note: The odometer measures the cumulative ridden distance and it can only be reset by using the UpLink. For further information, see page 55. ENGLISH –...
- Page 30 Total Values The date when cumulation started. The ridden distance cumulation for bike 1 and bike 2 (Distance1 is updated when bike 1 is used and Distance2 is updated when bike 2 is used). The date when updated. Maximum speed of the season. –...
- Page 31 Total Values The date when updated. Maximum cadence of season. The date when cumulation started. Total cumulative ridden duration. • To return to the Time mode, press and hold the LEFT button. ENGLISH –...
- Page 32 Resetting Total Values or Returning the Previous Maximum Speed or Cadence Value Use Total values as a seasonal counter of your exercise values by resetting them once a season. Instead of resetting, you can return the previous maximum speed and cadence value.
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Page 33: Settings
You can view or change the settings in the Settings menu. Tip: Settings can also be confi gured using the Polar UpLink Tool™. They can then be transferred to your cycling computer from your PC. For further information, see page 55. - Page 34 Both functions work during your exercise recording. For further information, see pages 20-23. 1. In the Time mode, press the RIGHT button until SETTINGS is displayed. 2. Press the MIDDLE button. Cycling SET is displayed. 3. Continue by pressing the MIDDLE button and follow the steps below: The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl...
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Page 35: Timer Settings (Timer Set)
5.2 TIMER SETTINGS (TIMER SET) Your cycling computer is equipped with two alternating timers. The timers work during your exercise recording. Tip: Use the timers for example as a reminder to drink at certain intervals or as a training tool in interval training, so that you know when to switch from a harder to a lighter period and vice versa. -
Page 36: Heart Rate Limits Settings (Limits Set)
5.3 HEART RATE LIMITS SETTINGS (LIMITS SET) In the heart rate limits settings (Limits SET) you can choose the heart rate limit type: • Manual Limits: You can create a target heart rate zone by setting the upper and the lower heart rate limits manually. •... - Page 37 4. Continue by pressing the MIDDLE button and follow the steps below: The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl ashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept the value 5. TYPE RIGHT MIDDLE • Select Manual or OwnZone (automatic defi nition (Skip steps 6-8, if you turned the function off) Manual / OwnZone / Off of your personal heart rate zone) or Off.
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Page 38: Ownzone
5.3.1 OWNZONE The Polar cycling computer is able to determine your individual aerobic (cardiovascular) exercise heart rate zone automatically. This is called OwnZone (OZ). OwnZone is based on measuring changes in heart rate variability during your warm up. Heart rate variability refl ects changes in your physiology. - Page 39 Determining Your OwnZone Heart Rate Limits Before you start to determine your OwnZone, make sure of the following: • You have entered your user settings correctly. cycling computer will ask for missing information (for example date of birth) before accepting limit settings. •...
- Page 40 If you are determining your OwnZone for the fi rst time, then the limits based on your age will be used. You can now continue with your exercise. Try to stay within the given heart rate zone to maximize exercise benefi ts. For further information on OwnZone, see www.polar.fi and www.polarownzone.com. – ENGLISH...
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Page 41: Bicycle Settings (Bike Set)
5.4 BICYCLE SETTINGS (BIKE SET) You can set two bike preferences for the cycling computer. Prepare the settings for both bikes; when you start exercise recording, just select bike 1 or 2. For both bikes you can prepare the following settings: •... - Page 42 4. Continue by pressing the MIDDLE button and follow the steps below: The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl ashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept the value RIGHT MIDDLE 5. Bike 1 / 2 •...
- Page 43 You have the following alternatives for fi nding out the wheel size of your bike:* METHOD 1. Look at the wheel of your bike and fi nd the wheel diameter printed on it. On the chart below, fi nd your wheel diameter in inches or in ERTRO reading and match it to the wheel size in millimeters on the right.
- Page 44 METHOD 2. Mark the tread of the front tire with a line and roll the tire perpendicular to the ground. You can also use the valve as a mark. Mark a line on the ground. Move your bike on a fl at surface straight ahead for one complete wheel rotation. Check that the tire is perpendicular to the ground.
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Page 45: Watch Settings (Watch Set)
5.5 WATCH SETTINGS (WATCH SET) In the Watch Set menu, you can change the time of day and date settings. 1. In the Time mode, press the RIGHT button until SETTINGS is displayed. 2. Press the MIDDLE button. Cycling SET is displayed. 3. - Page 46 The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl ashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept the value 6. Date* • Day / Month RIGHT MIDDLE • Set the day (in 24h mode) or the month (in 12h mode). •...
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Page 47: Personal Information Settings (User Set)
5.6 PERSONAL INFORMATION SETTINGS (USER SET) Entering your personal information ensures that your calorie counter operates with the highest possible degree of accuracy. 1. In the Time mode, press the RIGHT button until SETTINGS is displayed. 2. Press the MIDDLE button. Cycling SET is displayed. 3. - Page 48 The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the fl ashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept the value 7. Birthday RIGHT MIDDLE • Day / Month • Set the day (in 24h mode) or the month (in 12h mode). RIGHT •...
- Page 49 Maximum heart rate value (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.
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Page 50: Cycling Computer Sounds And Units Settings (General Set)
5.7 CYCLING COMPUTER SOUNDS AND UNITS SETTINGS (GENERAL SET) You can view and change the following settings in the General Set: • Sounds Activity sounds for the cycling computer on or off • KeySound Button sounds for the cycling computer on or off. •... -
Page 51: Connect - Data Communication
You can download the Polar UpLink Tool at www.polar.fi or www.PolarCyclingCoach.com. In order to be able to use the Polar UpLink Tool, you need a computer with a sound card and dynamic loudspeakers or headphones. For further information on system requirements, see the Press MIDDLE chapter Technical Specifi... -
Page 52: Transfer Your Training Data To The Training Diary On The Web
The Polar CS200™ and CS200cad™ Cycling Computers with the SonicLink data communication feature offers you the option of transferring exercise fi les to your personal training diary on the Polar Cycling Coach Web service. For this you need the Polar WebLink software. -
Page 53: Care And Maintenance
Polar Service Center only. The warranty does not cover To maintain the water resistance, do not wash the cycling damage or consequential damage caused by service not... - Page 54 However, if the sealing ring is damaged we recommend that you the battery cover by pressing contact a Polar Service Center. Replacement sealing rings are slightly and unscrewing counter only available from an authorized Polar Service Center only.
- Page 55 You can 1. Open the battery cover of the get the sealing ring / battery kits from well-equipped Polar retailers and authorized Polar Services. In the USA and Canada: connector by turning it counter-...
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Page 56: Precautions
8. PRECAUTIONS The Polar cycling computer shows your performance indicators. It indicates the level of physiological strain and intensity during your exercise. It also measures speed and distance when cycling with a Polar speed sensor. The Polar cadence sensor is designed to measure cadence when cycling. - Page 57 Notice to individuals with pacemakers, defi brillators 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.
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Page 58: Frequently Asked Questions
...the battery of the cycling computer must be replaced? but the indicator disappears when you return to a warmer We recommend having all service done by an authorized Polar temperature. Service Center. This is especially necessary to ensure that the guarantee remains valid and is not affected by incorrect repair ...another person with a cycling computer or a heart rate monitor... - Page 59 ...the cycling computer does not measure the calories? ...there is no heart rate reading (00)? In order to measure the calories you burn, you need to wear the • Check that the electrodes of the transmitter are moistened and transmitter during recording. that you are wearing it as instructed.
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Page 60: Technical Specifications
99 h 59 min 59 s SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Limit values of information recorded to exercise fi le: 7 exercise fi les Polar WebLink using SonicLink™ data communication Current speed display range: 0-127 km/h or 0-75 mph • PC Cadence display range: 25-199 rpm •... - Page 61 Water resistance of Polar products is tested according to International Standard ISO 2281. Products are divided into three different categories according to their water resistance. Check the back of your Polar product for the water resistance category and compare it to the chart below.
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Page 62: Limited Polar International Guarantee
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be used or reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written permission of Polar Electro Oy. The names and logos marked with a ™ symbol in this user manual or in the package of this product are trademarks of Polar Electro Oy, except for Sound Blaster, which is a trademark of Creative Technology, Ltd. -
Page 63: Polar Disclaimer
• The material in this manual is for informational purposes only. The products it describes are subject to change without prior notice, due to the manufacturer’s continuous development program. • Polar Electro Inc./Polar Electro Oy makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual or with respect to the products described herein. -
Page 64: Index
13. INDEX 24h/12h time mode .............9 Timers ................39 AutoLap ................23 Total Values ..............32 AutoStart ................18 Transmitter ...............17 Backlight................24 Unit setting ...............54 Battery replacement ............ 58-59 UpLink Tool................55 Bike settings ..............45 User settings ..............51 Cadence sensor .............7, 15 WebLink Tool ..............56 Date settings...............
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