Polar CS600User Manual
A. Heart rateB. Cadence*C. Power*Press OK.A. For heart rate, select Sport zone, or Manual to set heart rate zone manually. Press OK.• Sport zone: Sele
for your next exercise. Rename the exercise by selecting Rename from the list.* Optional sensor required.Create New Exercises with Polar ProTrainer 5C
Settings.The number on the bottom, right hand corner indicates the bike that is going to be used. By pressingand holding the DOWN button, you can swit
seconds. The name indicates the lower row information. The display varies depending on the sensorsyou have installed, which features are set ON and wh
The graph view can be customized. For the upper and middle rows, you can choose to view Power,Speed, Altitude or Heart rate in graphs.Symbols on the D
Text on the displaySymbol ExplanationTripDistance between points A andB. This distance is reset everytime OK button is pressed.Pressing OK will also r
Text on the displaySymbol ExplanationL/R balance*Pedaling power distributionbetween left and right foot inpercentage.Zone pointer (heart rate)If the h
Press and hold UP to zoom into the upper row, and DOWN to zoom into the middle row. Return to thenormal display by pressing and holding the button aga
• When taking up exercise after more than a week’s break.• If you are not completely sure of your physical or mental state – for example, if you are n
1. Open Polar ProTrainer 5 software.2. Select Connect in the cycling computer and place the device in front of the computer's infraredwindow.3. C
Contents1. INTRODUCTION ... 52. CYCLING COMPU
d. Phases informatione. Laps informationa. Basic informationSelect File > Exercise log. Scroll UP and DOWN to select the exercise and press OK. Scr
Select File > OK > Exercise log > OK > Basic > OK, press and hold LIGHT> Add info >OK.• Rank: Grade your exercise.• Feeling: Eval
AltitudeMaximum altitudeMinimum altitudeAverage altitudeAscent/ DescentAscended meters/feetDescended meters/feetTemperatureMaximumoC degreesMinimumoC
Phase nameSplit timeDuration of current phaseHeart rate in beats per minute (bpm), alternating with a percentage ofmaximum heart rate (HR%) or as a pe
Number of recorded lapsAverage lap timeBest (fastest) lap number alternating with its timeThe last lap is never shown as the best lap, even if it is t
Pedaling indexAverage %Cycling efficiencyCycling efficiency is your energy expenditure converted into the powerthat propels the bike forward. Cycling
Press DOWN to see week’s sport zones.To see time spent in each sport zone, press OK and scroll the sport zones UP or DOWN.TotalsSelect File > Total
AltitudeThe cycling computer measures and displays altitude. Change the settings of the altimeter in theAltitude menu. You can calibrate the altimeter
minutes before the memory runs out.RR DataSpeed Cadence Power Rec Rate1sRec Rate5sRec Rate15sRec Rate60sOffOff Off Off 10h40min52h40min158h 633hOffOff
The RR data recording function measures and records heartbeat intervals with one millisecondresolution. This enables the analysis of heart rate variab
General Settings ...31Sound ...
Set the distance you are going to ride, and the cycling computer will calculate and display theestimated time of arrival based on cycling speed. Insta
To set user information in the cycling computer, select Settings > User• Weight: To change units, press and hold LIGHT• Height: To change units, pr
VolumeSelect Settings > General > Sound > Volume > On / OffVolume settings control button sounds and activity sounds during exercise. This
Reminder time: Enter the time for the reminder.Alarm: Set alarm to sound on time, or 10 min / 30 min / 1 hour prior to the task.Sound: Select alarm so
Select a time zoneIn time mode, change the time zone by pressing and holding DOWN. Number 2 on the lower rightcorner of the display indicates that Tim
After downloading the training program, two additional menus are shown in your cycling computerwhere you can view your program and check your daily sc
Start ExercisingIf you set a reminder, your cycling computer will remind you to train according to plan on thescheduled date. View the planned exercis
Functions During ExerciseChange the same settings in a programmed exercise as with any other exercise type. For furtherinformation on different functi
• You should be relaxed and calm. Lie down and relax for 1-3 minutes before starting the test.Before the TestWear the TransmitterFor further informati
Age / YearsVery low Low Fair Moderate Good Very good Elite20-24< 32 32-37 38-43 44-50 51-56 57-62 > 6225-29< 31 31-35 36-42 43-48 49-53 54-59
Changing Cycling Computer Battery ... 49Precautions...
Confirm with OK.Analyzing OwnIndex Results with Polar ProTrainer 5 SoftwareDownloading test results to the Polar ProTrainer 5 software offers you the
• Avoid eating, drinking and smoking 2-3 hours prior to the test.Performing the TestSelect Test > Optimizer > Start > Optimizer Lie DownArrow
Your OwnOptimizer result indicates that you have had a very intensive training period for several daysor weeks. Your heart rate has continuously remai
software also allows you to make graphical comparisons with previous results. The Polar Fitness Testresults are downloaded automatically to the softwa
Select > On > Teach new sensor? is displayed• Select Yes to confirm teaching > Start test drive is displayed.Make sure you are not near (40 m
Target zoneIntensity % ofHRmax, bpmExampledurationsTraining benefitHARD80–90%152–172 bpm2–20minutesBenefits: Increased ability to sustainhigh speed en
When cycling in a certain sport zone, the mid-section of the zone is a good target, but don’t keep yourheart rate at that exact point all the time. Tr
Step 5: Cycle up the hill once again at a pace that you can only hold for 1 minute. Try to cycle halfwayup the hills. Note your highest heart rate. Th
exercise, HRV decreases as heart rate and exercise intensity increase. HRV also decreases duringperiods of mental stress.HRV is regulated by the auton
information, see Limited Polar International Guarantee.For more information on local after sales services, consult Polar Customer Service Card.Changin
1. INTRODUCTIONCongratulations! You have purchased a complete training system to tailor-fit your training needs. Thisuser manual includes complete ins
Disturbance may occur near high-voltage power lines, traffic lights, overhead lines of electric railways,electric bus lines or trams, televisions, car
Operating temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °FMaterials: Thermoplastic polymerWatch accuracy: Better than ± 0.5 seconds / day at 25 °C / 77
Marking on case backWashsplashes,sweat,raindropsetc.Bathing andswimmingSkin divingwithsnorkel (noair tanks)SCUBAdiving(with airtanks)Water resistantch
…Check WearLink! is displayed and your cycling computer cannot find your heart rate signal?• Make sure the cycling computer is no further than 40 m/13
• Please keep the receipt or stamped Polar Customer Service Card, which is your proof of purchase!• The guarantee does not cover the battery, damage d
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Index12h/24h time mode ...33A.Lap on/off ...29Activity level ...31Alarm set
3. GETTING STARTEDBefore activating your cycling computer, measure the wheel size of your bicycle.Measuring Wheel SizeWheel size settings are a prereq
To adjust the data, use UP, DOWN and accept with OK. The values scroll faster if you press and holdUP or DOWN.1. To activate your cycling computer, pr
Menu Structure4. PREPARE FOR TRAININGInstallation of the sensorsPolar Bike Mount and CS600 Cycling ComputerFor instructions on how to install the Pola
The Exercises menu shows a list of exercises.Navigate through the options with UP or DOWN• Free: Free exercise with no settings.• Basic: Training with
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