Polar CS500+ Heart Rate Monitor User Manual


 
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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8 Getting Started