Magellan Cyclo 500 Series User manual

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MAGELLAN CYCLO 500 / 505
USER MANUAL

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing this Magellan Cyclo. Please read this manual carefully before using your
Magellan for the first time. Keep this manual in a safe place and use as your first point of reference.
isclaimer
Not all models are available in all regions.
epending on the specific model purchased, the colour and look of your device and accessories may
not exactly match the graphics shown in this document.
Magellan operates a policy of ongoing development. Magellan reserves the right to make changes
and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice. Magellan
does not warrant that this document is error-free. The screenshots and other presentations shown
in this manual may differ from the actual screens and presentations generated by the actual
product. All such differences are minor and the actual product will deliver the described functionality
as presented in this User Manual in all material respects.
Copyright
© 2014 MiTAC International Corporation. Magellan is a registered trademark of MiTAC International
Corporation. All rights reserved. All other trademarks and registrations are the property of their
respective owners.
ANT+™ is a trademark of ynastream Innovations Inc. or its subsidiaries.

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Knowing your device
Head Unit
1. Charge Indicator
Indicates the level of internal battery
charge: Green - battery full; Orange - battery
charging.
2. POWER button
Turns your device on/off.
3. Touch screen
• isplays the output of your device.
• Tap the screen with your finger to
select menu commands or enter information.
4. Mini-USB connector
Connects to the charger or USB cable.
5. Bike mount socket
For the device mount.
Accessories
Your device comes with the following accessories. To use your device on a bike, ensure you use the
specific bike mount kit that came with your device. Magellan may provide optional accessories for
specific models. Please visit the Cyclo website (www.magellangpd.com.au or
www.magellangps.co.nz) for information.
Note: epending on the specific model purchased, the colour and look of your device and
accessories may not exactly match the graphics shown in this document.
* May be sold separately and used for selected models only.
Information:
This device is ANT+ certified. Visit www.thisisant.com/directory for a list of compatible products and
apps.

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Getting started
Charging the battery
Your device has an internal battery that may not be fully charged when you purchase it. You should
charge the battery for at least 8 hours before you start using it for the very first time.
To charge the battery:
Using a power socket
•Plug the home charger cable into the USB connector on the back of your device and the
charger into the AC outlet.
Via the computer
•Connect your device to the computer by using the provided USB cable. For more
information, see "Connecting your device to the computer" in this section.
CAUTION:
For optimal performance of the lithium battery, note the following:
•o not charge the battery where the temperature is high (e.g. in direct sunlight).
•The battery will stop charging when the ambient temperature is less than -10ºC (14ºF) or
more than 60ºC (140ºF).
•Recharge the battery when it is nearly discharged. When recharging, make sure that the
battery is fully charged. oing so can extend the battery life.
•If you will not use the product for a long period of time (over one month) or find the
discharge/recharge time has been shortened, be sure to fully discharge the battery first
before recharging it. You are also advised to fully discharge and recharge the battery once
every 1~2 months.
•Failure to follow the battery usage instructions could cause damage to your device, battery
and even bodily injury or property damage and will void the warranty.
Performing the initial start-up
1. Mount the device and accessories on to your bike.
2. Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to turn your device on.
3. Follow the prompts to personalize your device, including:
•Select your preferred language.
•Set the date and time.
•Set the units format.
•Create your user profile.
Note: You can change these settings later by tapping Main menu > Settings.
4. Once your device is turned on, it will search for satellite signals automatically. This may take
several seconds depending on the location.
When GPS is fixed, the GPS signal icon on the screen indicates the GPS status.

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5. epending on your device model, it will also automatically scan for heart rate monitor and
cadence/speed sensor and prompt to pair them with Cyclo.
See the following section for sensor installation and pairing.
You can also scan the accessories manually by tapping Main menu > Settings > Sensors.
Connecting your device to the computer
1. Turn on the computer.
2. Turn on your device. Connect the mini-USB end of the USB cable to the back of your device and
the other end to a USB port on your computer.
3. Select the desired connection type from the pop-up message window:
•Connect to PC: Your device will be recognised as two external mass storage drives:
Mgn_system and Mgn_data. You can use Windows File Explorer to copy/move the files from
the computer to your device. A USB Connection screen appears to prevent you from using
your device.
O NOT delete any files that are pre-installed on the device. eleting the files can cause the
device to crash. Magellan is not responsible for product quality caused by file deletion.
•Charge only: You will be able to continue using your device with the battery in charging
mode via the computer.
Installing the device
Follow the instructions in this section to mount the device and the cadence/speed sensor kit (for
selected models only) on your bike. In addition, you will need to put on the heart rate monitor
during your workouts.
Provided Mounts
Two styles of mounts may be provided for the device. These are the forward mount and the cable-
tie mount. If both are included with your kit, you may use either, or mount them on two different
bikes.
Installing the Cable-Tie mount
The bike mount kit includes two types of rubber pads, allowing you to attach the bike mount to your
bike securely.
1. Select the rubber pad that best fits the handle bars on your bike and then attach it using the two
plastic straps.

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2. Align the latch on the back of the device with the slot on the bike mount, and then rotate the
device clockwise to lock the device to the bike mount.
You can choose to mount the device on the handlebar (a) or on the stem (b).
Installing the sensors on your bike
The cadence/speed sensor kit is used for selected models only.
1. Follow the instruction below to install the cadence/speed sensor kit on your bike.
For both sensors (crank and wheel):
Set clearance between magnet and sensor
3-5 mm (1/8 - 3/16 inch)

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2. Ensure that the magnets are aligned with the sensing area on the sensors.
3. When done, you can pair the sensor with your device by tapping:
Main menu > Settings > Sensors > Cadence/Speed
Note: the sensors “sleep” when not in use to conserve battery power. They “wake up” when they
receive their usual input - the Speed/Cadence sensor must “see” a magnet passing it a few times to
wake up. The sensor can only be paired within a few minutes of “waking up”, or it goes back to
sleep.
Putting on the heart rate monitor
The ANT+ heart rate monitor is used for Magellan Cyclo 505 only. A Bluetooth heart rate monitor
can be used for both Magellan Cyclo 500 and 505.
Note: Please note the heart rate monitor is not a medical device and its readings are not a substitute
for obtaining measurements that require medical precision. It is strongly recommended to consult a
doctor if you have a pacemaker or other implanted devices before using the heart rate monitor.
1. Before using the heart rate monitor, wet the contacts on the back of the chest strap. You can also
use an electrolyte gel (usually available in local sports stores) to ensure good contact.
2. Adjust the elastic strap so it’s snug while you are putting it on. Ensure that you can take a good
deep breath after putting on the strap.
3. Follow the instructions below to wrap the strap around your back, and then secure it on the other
side with the buckle.

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4. When done, you can pair the monitor with your device by tapping
Main menu > Settings > Sensors > Heart rate.
Note: the sensors “sleep” when not in use to conserve battery power. They “wake up” when they
receive their usual input - the Heart Rate Monitor’s pads must firmly touch your skin to wake up.
The sensor can only be paired within a few minutes of “waking up”, or it goes back to sleep.
Battery Replacement
The cadence sensor and heart rate monitor each contain a replaceable
CR2032 battery. Follow the instructions below to replace the battery:
1. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit, and then twist the cover counterclockwise (e.g.
by using a coin) to remove the cover and battery.
2. Insert the new battery into the battery chamber .
3. Making sure the rubber ring is in place, replace the cover.
4. Twist the cover clockwise (e.g. by using a coin) to close the cover.
Operating basics
Using the POWER button
• Turning on the device
Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to turn on your device.
• Turning off the device
Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to pop up the Power Off/Cancel screen.
Choose Power Off to turn off the device or Cancel to continue operating the device.
Note: Press and hold the POWER button for 5 seconds to force power off if the device doesn’t
respond.
Your device will automatically turn off after 10 minutes (by default) of inactivity. The Power
Off/Cancel screen will pop up and the device will be turned off if you do not make a selection.
Note: You can change the auto power off setting by tapping Main menu > Settings > Screen > Auto
Power Off Timer.

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Using the touch screen
To operate your device, touch the screen with your finger. You can perform the following actions:
• Tap
Quick touch the screen once to open menus or select onscreen button/option.
• rag
While navigating on the map, tap and hold on the screen without releasing your finger to
move the map to the desired position.
• Slide
rag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
• rag to the left/right to switch to another menu screen.
• rag to the top/bottom to scroll up/down a list.
Note: Not all slide gestures are applicable to all screens.
Unlocking the screen
Your device will automatically lock the screen after 5 minutes (by default) of inactivity. When the
screen is locked, press the POWER button briefly to unlock the screen.
Note: You can change the screen lock setting by tapping Main menu > Settings > Screen > Screen
Lock Timer.
• Navigating through the screens
While the device is turned on and you are navigating through the menu screens, press the POWER
button briefly to return to the previous screen.
Main menu
The Main menu is your starting place for various tasks, providing quick access to applications and
settings. Tap a button to start a task or open another menu.
The System icons
Various System icons on the title bar at the top of the screen provide the status information of your
device. epending on your settings, the icons may be different to provide various information of
your device. Please note that these icons will not be always displayed during your trip/training.

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1.
Time isplay
2.
User Profile
3.
Heart Rate Connection
4.
Speed / Cadence Connection
5.
Power Meter
Connection
6.
Shimano i2 Connection
7.
Bluetooth Connection
8.
Activity Recording Status
9.
GPS Signal
10.
Battery Status
Keyboard screen
The Keyboard screen will display when you are required to enter text, such as when searching for a
street name. Search results will be listed in matching order, with the closest matches appearing on
the screen. The Keyboard screen can display with various layouts depending on the information you
need to enter.
The keyboard features the “Predictive text” technology that allows addresses to be searched easily
and quickly. As you enter a letter of an address, your device will compare all possible combinations
against the maps.
Changing the keyboard layout
The device also supports Russian, Bulgarian, and Greek keyboards. You can enable/disable them
from Main menu > Settings > Keyboard. The enabled keyboards are available in addition to the
English and numeric keyboards.
The keyboard selection keys will then include ABC, 123, and the additional keyboard(s) enabled.
Viewing ashboard screens
The ashboard provides the extended screens that can be used to assist you in your travels,
trainings, and workouts. The layout of the dashboard screens can be customized to display the
information (e.g. speed, distance, time, calories, etc.) you want to know.