Like any electronic device, the Polar cycling computer should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill guarantee obligations and enjoy this product for many years to come.
Detach the transmitter connector from the strap and rinse the strap under running water after every use. Dry the connector with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material (steel wool or cleaning chemicals).
Wash the strap regularly in a washing machine at 40ºC/104ºF or at least after every fifth use. This ensures reliable measurement and maximizes the life span of the transmitter. Use a washing pouch. Do not soak, spin-dry, iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not use detergent with bleach or fabric softener. Never put the transmitter connector in the washing machine or drier!
Dry and store the strap and connector separately, to maximize the transmitter battery lifetime. Wash the strap in a washing machine before long-term storage and always after use in pool water with high chlorine content.
Keep your cycling computer, transmitter and sensors in a cool and dry place. Do not keep them in a damp environment, in non-breathable material (a plastic bag or a sports bag) nor with conductive material (a wet towel). The cycling computer, transmitter and sensors are water resistant, and can be used in rainy weather. To maintain the water resistance, do not wash the cycling computer or the sensors with a pressure washer or sink them under water. Do not expose to direct sunlight for extended periods such as by leaving it in a car or mounted on the bike mount.
Keep your cycling computer clean. Clean the cycling computer and sensors with a mild soap and water solution and rinse them with clean water. Do not immerse them in water. Dry them carefully with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals.
Avoid hard hits to the cycling computer, speed and cadence sensors, as these may damage the sensor units.
During the two-year guarantee/warranty period we recommend that you have service done by an authorized Polar Service Center only. The warranty does not cover damage or consequential damage caused by service not authorized by Polar Electro.
For contact information and all Polar Service Center addresses, visit www.polar.fi/support and country specific websites.
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.
The CS500 cycling computer and the WearLink transmitter W.I.N.D. both have a user changeable battery. To change the battery yourself, please follow the instructions carefully as instructed in chapter Changing Cycling Computer Battery.
The batteries for the speed and cadence sensors cannot be replaced. Polar has designed speed and cadence sensors to be sealed in order to maximize mechanical longevity and reliability. The sensors have long-life batteries inside. To purchase a new sensor contact your authorized Polar Service Center or retailer.
For instructions on how to change the battery for the Power Output Sensor W.I.N.D., consult the Power Output Sensor user manual.
To change the batteries of the cycling computer and transmitter yourself, carefully follow the instructions below:
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. In USA the sealing ring/battery kits are also available at www.shoppolar.com.
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To change the battery yourself, follow below instructions.
Open the cover only when changing the battery to ensure a long life, and 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 Polar retailers and authorized Polar Service Centers. In the USA and Canada, sealing rings are available at authorized Polar Service Centers only. |
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Keep batteries away from children. If swallowed, contact a doctor immediately. Batteries should be disposed of in compliance with local regulations.
The Polar cycling computer displays your performance indicators. It indicates the level of physiological strain and intensity during exercise. It also measures speed and distance when cycling with a Polar CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. The Polar CS cadence sensor W.I.N.D. is designed to measure cadence when cycling. The Polar Power Output Sensor is designed to measure power output when cycling. No other use is intended or implied.
The Polar cycling computer should not be used for obtaining environmental measurements that require professional or industrial precision. Furthermore, the device should not be used to obtain measurements when engaged in airborne or underwater activities.
Disturbance may occur near microwave ovens and computers. Also WLAN base stations may cause interference when exercising with CS500. To avoid erratic reading or misbehaviors, move away from possible sources of disturbance.
Exercise may include some risk. Before beginning a regular exercise program, it is recommended that you answer the following questions concerning your health status. If you answer yes to any of these questions, we recommend that you consult a doctor before starting any training program.
Have you been physically inactive for the past 5 years?
Do you have high blood pressure or high blood cholesterol?
Do you have symptoms of any disease?
Are you taking any blood pressure or heart medication?
Do you have a history of breathing problems?
Are you recovering from a serious illness or medical treatment?
Do you use a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device?
Do you smoke?
Are you pregnant?
Note that in addition to exercise intensity, medications for heart conditions, blood pressure, psychological conditions, asthma, breathing, etc., as well as some energy drinks, alcohol, and nicotine may also affect heart rate.
It is important to be sensitive to your body’s responses during exercise. If you feel unexpected pain or excessive fatigue when exercising, it is recommended that you stop the exercise or continue at a lighter intensity.
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.
If you are allergic to any substance that comes into contact with your skin or if you suspect an allergic reaction due to using the product, check the listed materials in Technical Specifications. To avoid any 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. If you use insect repellent on your skin, you must ensure that it does not come into contact with the transmitter.
Cycling computer
| Battery life: | Average 3 years (if you train on avg. 1h/day, 7 days/week) |
| Battery type: | CR 2354 |
Battery sealing ring: | Silicone D-ring 28.0 x 0.8mm (no need to change during battery replacement if sealing ring is not damaged) |
Operating temperature: | -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F |
Cycling Computer Materials: | PMMA lens with hard coating in top surface, cycling computer body ABS+GF/PA+GF, metal parts stainless steel (nickel free) |
Watch accuracy: | Better than ± 0.5 seconds / day at 25 °C / 77 °F temperature. |
Accuracy of heart rate monitor: | ± 1% or 1 bpm, whichever larger. Definition applies to stable conditions. |
Heart rate measuring range: | 15-240 |
Current speed display range: | 0-127 km/h or 0-75 mph |
Altitude display range: | -550 m … +9000 m / -1800 ft … +29500 ft |
Ascent resolution: | 5 m / 20 ft |
Cycling computer limit values
| Maximum number of files: | 14 | |
| Maximum time recorded to file: | ||
| Hear rate | 71 h 40 min | |
Hear rate + speed | 27 h 00 min | |
Hear rate + speed + cadence | 24 h 15 min | |
Hear rate + speed + power | 23 h 05 min | |
Hear rate + speed + cadence + power | 21 h 05 min | |
Hear rate + cadence | 55 h 05 min | |
Hear rate + power | 49 h 25 min | |
Hear rate + cadence + power | 40 h 55 min | |
| Maximum number of laps: | 99 | |
Total distance: | 999 999 km / 621370 mi | |
Total duration: | 9999h 59min 59s | |
Total calories: | 999 999 kcal | |
Total exercise count: | 9999 | |
Total ascent: | 304795 m / 999980 ft | |
Dual Lock Bike Mount
| Materials: | Rubber Part TPE, Bike Mount body PA+GF, metal parts stainless steel (nickel free) |
Transmitter
| Battery life of WearLink transmitter W.I.N.D.: | 2000 hours of use |
| Battery type: | CR2025 |
Battery sealing ring: | O-ring 20.0 x 1.0, material silicone |
Operating temperature: | -10 °C to +40 °C / 14 °F to 104 °F |
Connector material: | Polyamide |
Strap material: | Polyurethane/ Polyamide/ Polyester/ Elastane/ Nylon |
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 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.
Marking on case back | Water resistant characteristics |
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Water proof IPX7 | Not suitable for bathing or swimming. Protected 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. |
Water resistant 30 m/50 m | Suitable for bathing and swimming |
Water resistant 100 m | Suitable for swimming and snorkeling (without air 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.
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.
...I do not know where I am in the menu?
Press and hold 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.
...the heart rate reading becomes erratic, extremely high or shows nil (00)?
Make sure the cycling computer is no further than 40 m/131 ft from the transmitter.
Make sure the transmitter belt has not loosened during exercise.
Make sure the textile electrodes in the sports apparel fit snugly.
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.
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, you may be experiencing cardiac arrhythmia. Most cases of arrhythmia are not serious, but consult your doctor nevertheless.
A cardiac event may have altered your ECG waveform. In this case, consult your physician.
…exclamation mark and WearLink is displayed and your cycling computer cannot find your heart rate signal?
Make sure the cycling computer is no further than 40 m/131 ft from the transmitter.
Make sure the transmitter belt has not loosened during exercise.
Make sure the textile electrodes in sports apparel fit snugly.
Make sure that the electrodes of the transmitter / sports apparel are moistened.
Make sure the transmitter / electrodes in the sports apparel are clean and undamaged.
If the heart rate measurement does not work with the sports apparel, try using a WearLink strap. If your heart rate is detected with the strap, the problem is most probably in the apparel. Please contact the apparel retailer / manufacturer.
If you have done all of the above-mentioned actions, and the message still appears and heart rate measurement does not work, the battery of your transmitter may be empty. For further information, consult the WearLink Transmitter W.I.N.D. user manual.
…WearLink FOUND and WearLink TEACH? is displayed?
If you have purchased a new transmitter as an accessory, it has to be introduced to the cycling computer. For further information, see 8. Using a New Transmitter.
If the transmitter you are using is included in the product set, and the text appears on the display, the cycling computer may be detecting the signal of another transmitter. In that case, make sure you are wearing your own transmitter, that the electrodes are moistened, and that the transmitter strap has not loosened.
...exclamation mark and Speed is displayed?
Make sure your speed sensor is positioned correctly. Rotate the wheel a few times to activate the sensor. The flashing red light indicates that the sensor is activated.
…exclamation mark and Cadence is displayed?
Make sure your cadence sensor is positioned correctly. Rotate the crank a few times to activate the sensor. The flashing red light indicates that the sensor is activated.
…exclamation mark and Power is displayed?
Make sure your power sensor is positioned correctly. For further information, see Power Output Sensor user manual.
...the altitude keeps changing even if I am not moving?
The cycling computer converts measured air pressure into an altitude reading. This is why changes in the weather may cause changes in altitude readings.
…the altitude readings are inaccurate?
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.
...Memory full is displayed?
The message appears during training if no memory space is left for the training session. In that case, the cycling computer will overwrite the oldest training file. To save the training file for a longer period of time, transfer it to Polar web service at www.polarpersonaltrainer.com. Then delete the file from the cycling computer. For more information, see Deleting Training Files.
This guarantee does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights under applicable national or state laws in force, or the consumer’s rights against the dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract.
This limited Polar international guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Inc. for consumers who have purchased this product in the USA or Canada. This limited Polar international guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Oy for consumers who have purchased this product in other countries.
Polar Electro Oy/Polar Electro Inc. guarantees the original consumer/purchaser of this device that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase.
The receipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase!
The guarantee does not cover the battery, normal wear and tear, damage due to misuse, abuse, accidents or non-compliance with the precautions; improper maintenance, commercial use, cracked, broken or scratched cases/displays, elastic strap and Polar apparel.
The guarantee does not cover any damage/s, losses, costs or expenses, direct, indirect or incidental, consequential or special, arising out of, or related to the product.
Items purchased second hand are not covered by the two (2) year warranty, unless otherwise stipulated by local law.
During the guarantee period, the product will be either repaired or replaced at any of the authorized Polar Service Centers regardless of the country of purchase.
Guarantee with respect to any product will be limited to countries where the product has been initially marketed.
Polar Electro Oy is a ISO 9001:2000 certified company.
Copyright © 2011 Polar Electro Oy, FIN-90440 KEMPELE, Finland.
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. 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.
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FCC regulatory information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This product emits radio frequency energy, but the radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC and IC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact with the antenna during normal operation is minimized.
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.
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.
This product is covered by the following patent documents:
FI 110303 B, EP 0748185, JP3831410, US6104947, DE 69532803.4-08, FI 6815, EP 1245184, US 7076291, HK10484, US6199021, US6356838, EP0909940, FI110915, US7324841, EP1361819, FI23471, US D492999SS, EU0046107-002, EU0046107-003.
Manufactured by:
Polar Electro Oy
Professorintie 5
FIN-90440 KEMPELE
17938695.02 ENG C
01/2011