User Guide

IrDA compatible port (an external IrDA device or an internal IR port)
Additionally, for the software your PC must have a Pentium II 200 MHz
processor or faster, SVGA or higher resolution monitor, 50 MB hard disk
space and a CD-ROM drive.
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 Speed
sensor. The Polar Cadence Sensor is designed to measure cadence 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.
Water resistance of Polar products is tested according to International Standard ISO 2281. Products are
divided into three 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 Wash
splashes,
sweat,
raindrops
etc.
Bathing and
swimming
Skin diving
with
snorkel (no
air tanks)
SCUBA
diving (with
air tanks)
Water resistant
characteristics
Water resistant
x
Splashes, raindrops
etc.
Water resistant 50m
x x
Minimum for
bathing and
swimming*.
Water resistant 100m
x x x
For frequent use in
water but not SCUBA
diving.
*These characteristics also apply to Polar WearLink+ transmitters marked Water resistant 30m.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if...
...the battery symbol and Battery low is displayed?
The low battery indicator is usually the first sign of an expired battery. However, in cold conditions the low
battery indicator may appear. The indicator will disappear as soon as you return to a normal temperature.
When the symbol appears, the cycling computer sounds and backlight are automatically deactivated. For
further information on changing the battery, see Care and Maintenance (page 45).
...I do not know where I am in the menu?
Press and hold STOP until the time of day is displayed.
...there are no reactions to any buttons?
Reset the cycling computer by pressing all the side buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds. After the reset,
press the red button, Start with bike settings is displayed. You can either accept the bike settings with
OK or change the bike settings. Then Basic Settings is displayed. Set the time and date, all the rest of the
settings are saved. For more information see Basic Settings (page 6) and Measuring Wheel Size (page 6).
If you do not want to change the rest of the settings you can skip them by pressing and holding STOP. All
the exercise data is saved.
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