Polar Electro CS200 User manual

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CONTENTS
The information relevant to using the product with the cadence sensor is in blue text.
1. INTRODUCTION TO THE POLAR CYCLING COMPUTER ........................................................................................................7
1.1 PRODUCT ELEMENTS ...............................................................................................................................................7
1.2 USING YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER FOR THE FIRST TIME...........................................................................................8
1.3 INSTALLING THE BIKE MOUNT, CYCLING COMPUTER, SPEED AND CADENCE SENSORS...........................................12
1.3.1 Bike Mount and Cycling Computer..............................................................................................................12
1.3.2 Speed Sensor..............................................................................................................................................13
1.3.3 Cadence Sensor..........................................................................................................................................15
1.4 WEARING YOUR TRANSMITTER...............................................................................................................................17
2. EXERCISING....................................................................................................................................................................18
2.1 EXERCISE RECORDING AND HEART RATE MEASURING...........................................................................................18
2.2 FUNCTIONS DURING EXERCISE ..............................................................................................................................20
2.3 STOPPING THE EXERCISE AND VIEWING SUMMARY FILE.........................................................................................25
3. VIEWING RECORDED INFORMATION - FILE .....................................................................................................................27
3.1 VIEWING EXERCISE FILE.........................................................................................................................................27
3.2 DELETING FILES ONE BY ONE.................................................................................................................................31
4. TOTAL VALUES.................................................................................................................................................................32
5. SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................................................37
5.1 RIDING DISTANCE FOR ESTIMATED TIME OF ARRIVAL FUNCTION AND
AUTOMATIC LAP RECORDING SETTINGS (CYCLING SET) .........................................................................................37
5.2 TIMER SETTINGS (TIMER SET) ................................................................................................................................39

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5.3 HEART RATE LIMITS SETTINGS (LIMITS SET)...........................................................................................................40
5.3.1 OwnZone.....................................................................................................................................................42
5.4 BICYCLE SETTINGS (BIKE SET)...............................................................................................................................45
5.5 WATCH SETTINGS (WATCH SET)..............................................................................................................................49
5.6 PERSONAL INFORMATION SETTINGS (USER SET)....................................................................................................51
5.7 CYCLING COMPUTER SOUNDS AND UNITS SETTINGS (GENERAL SET).....................................................................54
6. CONNECT - DATA COMMUNICATION.................................................................................................................................55
6.1 EDIT SETTINGS WITH A COMPUTER.........................................................................................................................55
6.2 TRANSFER YOUR TRAINING DATA TO THE TRAINING DIARY ON THE WEB ................................................................56
7. CARE AND MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................................................57
8. PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................................................................................................60
9. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.....................................................................................................................................62
10. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................................................................64
11. LIMITED POLAR INTERNATIONAL GUARANTEE .................................................................................................................66
12. POLAR DISCLAIMER ........................................................................................................................................................67
13. INDEX..............................................................................................................................................................................68

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1. INTRODUCTION TO THE POLAR CYCLING COMPUTER
1.1 PRODUCT ELEMENTS
The Polar cycling computer package consists of the following parts:
Polar WearLink™
Coded Transmitter
The connector transmits your
heart rate signal to the cycling
computer.
The electrode areas of the strap
detect your heart rate.
Cycling Computer
The cycling computer displays and records
your cycling and exercise data during
exercise. Enter your personal settings into
the cycling computer and analyze exercise
information after workouts.
Polar Bike Mount™
Secure the bike mount to your bike and
attach the cycling computer to it.
Polar Speed Sensor™
A wireless speed sensor measures speed and
distance during cycling.
Polar Cadence Sensor™
CS200cad set includes a cadence sensor.
The wireless cadence sensor measures the
speed at which you turn the pedals of your
bicycle. The information relevant to using the
product with the cadence sensor is in a
blue text.
CS200 set does not include a cadence
sensor, but you can buy it as an accessory
product.
Polar Web Services
www.PolarCyclingCoach.com is a complete web service tailored to
support your training goals. Free registration gives you access to a
personalized training program, training diary, useful articles, and
much more. In addition, you can get the latest product tips and
support online at www.polar.fi.
Customer Service and International Guarantee Information
If your cycling computer needs repair, send it with a Return Card for
service to your Polar Service Center. The two-year Polar guarantee is
issued to the original customer/purchaser of the product. Keep the
International Guarantee Card as your proof of purchase.

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1.2 USING YOUR CYCLING COMPUTER FOR THE FIRST TIME
Enter your settings in the Basic Settings mode (time, date, units, and personal settings).
How to enter Basic Settings
Entering accurate personal information ensures that you receive correct feedback based on your performance (calorie
consumption, OwnZone determination etc).
Activate the cycling computer by pressing the MIDDLE button.
The display fills with numbers and letters.
1. Press the MIDDLE button. BASIC SET is displayed.
2. Continue by pressing the MIDDLE button and follow the steps below:
The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the flashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept
the value
3. Time Set
• Time Mode 24h / 12h
• AM / PM (for 12h format)
RIGHT
• Set 24h or 12h format.
RIGHT
• Set AM or PM.
MIDDLE
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The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the flashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept
the value
• Hours
• Minutes
4. Date Set**
• Day / Month
• Month / Day
• Year
RIGHT
• Set the hours.*
RIGHT
• Set the minutes.*
RIGHT
• Set the day (in 24h format) or
the month (in 12h format).*
RIGHT
• Set the month (in 24h format) or
the day (in 12h format).*
RIGHT
• Set the year.*
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
Note:
• *The numbers scroll faster if you press and hold the RIGHT button as you adjust the value.
• **The date will be displayed according to the time format selected (24h: day - month - year / 12h: month - day - year).
• After a change of battery or after you reset the cycling computer, you only need to set the time and date in the Basic Settings. You can
skip the rest of the settings by pressing and holding the LEFT button.

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The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the flashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept
the value
5. Unit
kg/cm or lb/ft
6. Weight
kg/lb
7. Height
cm/ft
8. Birthday
• Day / Month
• Month / Day
• Year
RIGHT
• Set the units for weight and height:
kg/cm or lb/ft.
RIGHT
• Set your weight in kilograms or pounds.
Note: If you chose the wrong units, you can still
change them by pressing the LEFT button and
returning to step 5.
RIGHT
• Set your height in cm or ft.
• Set inches (if you chose lb/ft).
RIGHT
• Set the day (in 24h format) or
the month (in 12h format).
RIGHT
• Set the month (in 24h format) or
the day (in 12h format).
RIGHT
• Set the year.
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
MIDDLE
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The display reads: Press the RIGHT button to set the flashing value Press the MIDDLE button to accept
the value
9. Sex
Male / Female RIGHT
• Set male or female. MIDDLE
• Settings done is displayed.
• To change your settings, press the LEFT button until you return to the desired setting.
• To accept the settings, press the MIDDLE button and the cycling computer goes to the Time mode.
The cycling computer goes to the power save mode (blank screen) by pressing the LEFT button or if you do not press any
button in the Time mode for five minutes. You can turn the cycling computer on again by pressing any button.

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1.3 INSTALLING THE BIKE MOUNT, CYCLING COMPUTER, SPEED AND CADENCE SENSORS
1.3.1 BIKE MOUNT AND CYCLING COMPUTER
1. You can install the bike mount and the cycling computer on the left or right side of the handlebar or on the stem with
cable ties.
2. Place the rubber part on
the handlebar or stem and
insert the bike mount on
top of it.
3. Pass the cable ties over the
bike mount and adjust
them around the handlebar/
stem. Secure the bike mount
firmly. Cut off any excess
cable tie ends.
4. Position the cycling computer on to the bike mount. Turn
the cycling computer clockwise until you hear a click.
You can release the cycling computer by pressing it
down and simultaneously turning it counter clockwise.
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1.3.2 SPEED SENSOR
To install the speed sensor and spoke magnet, you need cutters and a small screwdriver.
1. Attach the speed sensor
to the opposite side of the
front fork from the mounted
cycling computer.
The speed sensor and the
cycling computer should be
no more than 30-40 cm/
1’-1’3’’ apart.
In case, the cycling computer is attached to the stem or if
you are exercising in surroundings with electromagnetic
interference, the distance should be minimized (minimum
30 cm/1’). The speed sensor and cycling computer should
form approximately a 90° angle.
Should the distance between the cycling computer and the
speed sensor be longer than recommended (for example
on mountain bikes due to the front suspension), the speed
sensor could be attached on the same side of the front fork
as the cycling computer. In this case the maximum distance
is 50 cm/1´6”.
2. Attach the rubber part to the
sensor.
3. Pass the cable ties through
the speed sensor and rubber
part holes.
4. Adjust the sensor to the front
fork so that the POLAR logo
faces outwards. Adjust the
ties loosely. Do not tighten
them fully yet.
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3.
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5. Attach the magnet to a
spoke at the same level as
the sensor. The magnet hole
must be facing the speed
sensor. Fasten the magnet to
the spoke and tighten it
loosely with a screwdriver.
Do not tighten it fully yet.
Fine-tune the positioning of both the magnet and the speed
sensor so that the magnet passes close to the sensor but
does not touch it. Adjust the sensor towards the wheel/
spokes as much as possible. The gap between the sensor
and the magnet should be under 4 mm/0’16’’. The gap is
correct when you can fit a cable tie just about between the
magnet and the sensor.
Rotate the front tyre so that you can see a speed reading on
the display of your cycling computer. The reading indicates
that the magnet and the speed sensor are positioned
correctly. Once the magnet and the speed sensor are
positioned correctly, tighten the screw to the magnet with a
screwdriver. Also tighten the cable ties securely and cut off
any excess cable tie ends.
Your safety is important to us. While riding your bike,
please keep your eyes on the road to prevent any accidents
and injury. Check that you can turn the handlebar normally
and that the cable wires for brakes or gearing do not catch
on the bike mount or the sensors. Check also that the bike
mount or sensors does not hamper pedaling or the use of
brakes or gearing.
Before you start cycling, you should set the wheel size of your
bicycle into the cycling computer. For further information
see pages 45-48.
5.
max
4 mm /
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1.3.3 CADENCE SENSOR
To install the cadence sensor and crank magnet, you need cutters.
1.
max 80 cm /
2’6’’
3.
2 A.
2 B.
1. Check the down tube to find
a suitable place for the
cadence sensor. The sensor
should be attached at a
maximum of 80 cm/ 2’6”
from the mounted cycling
computer. If needed the
sensor can also be attached
to the seat tube.
2. Place the rubber part on to
the cadence sensor (A) and
pass the cable ties through
the cadence sensor and
rubber part holes (B).
3. Clean and dry a suitable
place for the sensor and
adjust the sensor to the
down tube. If the sensor
touches the crank (when
rotating), change the sensor’s
position slightly upwards. Loosely adjust the cable ties. Do
not tighten them fully yet.
4. The crank magnet should be
installed vertically on the
inner side of the crank.
Before attaching the magnet
to the crank, the area should
be cleaned and dried
thoroughly. Attach the magnet to the crank and secure with
the tape.
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5. Fine-tune the positioning of both the crank magnet
and the sensor so that the magnet passes close
to the sensor without actually touching it.
The maximum distance between the cadence sensor and
the crank magnet should be 4 mm/0’16”. The gap is correct
when you can fit a cable tie just about between the magnet
and the sensor. It is important that the lower corner of the
sensor must face the magnet when rotating, also when the
sensor has been attached to the seat tube. The lower corner
of the sensor is shown with an arrow in the picture. Once
the crank magnet and the sensor are positioned correctly,
tighten the cable ties securely and cut off any excess cable
tie ends.
5.
max 4 mm /
0’16’’
Before you start cycling, you should set the wheel size of
your bicycle into the cycling computer and turn the cadence
function on. For further information see pages 45-48.

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1.4 WEARING YOUR TRANSMITTER
Coded heart rate transmission reduces interference from other heart rate monitors that are close by. To make sure that the
code search is successful and to ensure trouble-free heart rate monitoring, keep the cycling computer within 1 meter/
3 feet of your transmitter. Check that you are not near other people with heart rate monitors or any source of electromagnetic
disturbance. For further information on interference, see Precautions on page 60.
To measure your heart rate, you need to wear the transmitter.
1. Moisten the electrode areas of the strap under running water and make sure that they are
well moistened.
2. Attach the connector to the strap. Position the letter Lon the connector next to the word
LEFT on the strap and snap the fastener. Adjust the strap length to fit snugly and
comfortably. Secure the strap around your chest, just below your chest muscles, and snap
the second fastener.
3. Check that the wet electrode areas are firmly against your skin and that the Polar logo of the
connector is in a central, upright position.
See the following chapter for how to start measuring your heart rate.
To detach the connector from the strap, apply pressure with your thumb and forefinger and turn
your hand as indicated in the picture.
Note: If the cycling computer does not display your heart rate, make sure that the transmitter electrodes are moist
and that the strap is snug enough.
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2. EXERCISING
2.1 EXERCISE RECORDING AND HEART RATE MEASURING
You can record seven Exercise Files. There are two ways to start exercise recording. If you turn on the AutoStart function,
the cycling computer automatically starts and stops exercise recording when you start and stop cycling.
If the AutoStart function is off, you can start exercise recording by pressing the MIDDLE button. For further information
on AutoStart and how to set the function on/off, see pages 45-46.
1. Wear the transmitter as described in the section “Wearing your Transmitter” on page 17. Attach the bike mount, speed and
cadence sensors on your bicycle according to the instructions on pages 12-16.
2. Activate your blank cycling computer by pressing the MIDDLE button and start from the Time mode. The cycling computer
will automatically read your heart rate. Wait until the computer detects your heart rate and the framed, flashing heart
symbol appears on the display in 15 seconds.* Exercise time is not recorded yet.
3. Set your cycling computer on the bike mount.
• If you have turned AutoStart on, your heart rate value and speed appear on the display when you start cycling.
• If you have turned AutoStart off, you can start exercise recording by pressing the MIDDLE button when your heart rate
value and speed appear on the display.
Your exercise time also starts running.
4. • If you have turned AutoStart on, the cycling computer automatically stops exercise recording when you stop cycling.
• If AutoStart is off, you can stop the exercise by pressing the LEFT button twice. For further information on Stopping the
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• If your heart rate is not displayed and 00 appears on the display, the heart rate detection has stopped. Bring the cycling
computer near the Polar logo on the transmitter to restart the heart rate detection. No button press is needed.
• If OwnZone® is selected, the OwnZone determination procedure begins when exercise recording starts.
For further information, see the section OwnZone on page 42.
• To skip the OwnZone determination and use the previously determined OwnZone, press the MIDDLE button when OwnZone
symbol appears on the display. If you have not determined your OwnZone before, your age-based heart rate
limits will be used.
Note: * A frame around the heart rate symbol indicates a coded heart rate transmission.
• If the cycling computer does not display your heart rate, make sure that the transmitter electrodes are moist and that the strap is
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2.2 FUNCTIONS DURING EXERCISE
Note: Your exercise information is saved only if the stopwatch, i.e. your exercise duration, has been running for more than one minute or at
least one lap has been stored.
Changing the display information: Press the RIGHT button to view the following options during exercise:
Speed and heart rate are also displayed graphically. The more bars are displayed, the higher
your heart rate or speed and vice versa. One speed bar represents 5 km/h or 3 mph, and when all ten bars are displayed your
speed is 50 km/h or 30 mph or higher.
Ridden distance alternates with trip distance when you have taken at least one lap time.
Trip distance is reset to zero each time you take a lap time by pressing the MIDDLE
button.
Riding speed (km/h or m/h)
Cadence, i.e., your pedaling speed
Heart rate. If there is no heart rate reading or you have not set your user information,
the speed is displayed instead.
1.
Note: You can also press and hold the RIGHT button to set the computer to browse the views automatically. Scrolling can be turned off by
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Average speed rise or drop indicator.
Cadence
Heart rate
The kilocalories you have burned so far.
The cumulation of kilocalories starts as your heart rate is displayed. If there is no heart rate
reading or you have not set your user information, the speed is displayed instead of calorie
information.
Stopwatch, i.e., exercise duration.
Cadence
Heart rate
The estimated time of arrival, or if the riding distance function is off, the speed is displayed
instead. If you set the distance you are going to ride, the cycling computer estimates your arrival
time to the destination according to your riding speed. For further information, see page 37.
Time of day
Cadence
Heart rate
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5.
6.
Heart rate limits: On the left, you can see your lower heart rate limit and on the right your upper
heart rate limit. The heart rate symbol moves left or right according to your heart rate. If the
heart symbol is not visible, it means your heart rate is either below the flashing lower heart rate
limit or above the flashing upper heart rate limit. In this case an alarm goes on, provided the
sounds are turned on. If there is no heart rate reading, the limits are not displayed. For further
information, see page 40.
Time you have exercised in target zone, i.e., within the heart rate limits.
Cadence
Heart rate
Average heart rate and average heart rate rise or drop indicator during last minute.
Current rate of kilocalories burned (kcal/h) alternates with your cycling intensity (kcal/km or
kcal/m). If there is no heart rate reading or you have not set your user information, the speed is
displayed instead of calorie information.
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Target Zone Alarm: With the Target Zone Alarm you can make sure you exercise at the right intensity. When the target zone
heart rate limits are activated, the cycling computer sounds an alarm if you are above or below your heart rate limits. You
can set the limits for your target zone in the Settings/Limits SET menu. For further information, see page 40. If you are out of
your target zone, the heart rate value starts flashing and the cycling computer beeps with each heartbeat.
The symbol in the upper right corner of the display indicates that the Target Zone Alarm sound is activated. Note that
the button sounds can also be set on/off in the Settings mode. To turning the sounds on or off, see page 54.
Note: When heart rate limits are not activated, no Target Zone Alarm in the exercise recording will sound, nor will target zone information be
placed in the Summary File or File.
Storing Lap and Split Time: Press the MIDDLE button to store lap and split time.
Lap time indicates elapsed time for one lap. Split time is elapsed time from the beginning of the exercise until storing a lap
time (for example from the beginning of the exercise until the 4th lap was stored).
Lap time
Number of the lap
Split time
Average heart rate calculated
from the beginning of the lap.
Note:
• If you have activated the AutoLap function in the Settings mode, your cycling computer automatically records laps when you reach the
set distance, e.g., every kilometer or mile. For further information, see page 37.
• You can store up to 50 lap times. When the lap memory is full, LapTime FULL text will be displayed. You can take lap times during your
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Timers: The timers of your cycling computer work during your exercise recording. The cycling computer beeps and shows
when the timer time matches. If only timer 1 is on, the same timer beeps always after the set time has elapsed during your
exercise. If timer 2 is also on, the timers alternate during your exercise. For further information, see page 39.
Pausing Exercise:
1. Press the LEFT button. Exercise recording, stopwatch, and other calculations are paused.
2. To continue, press the MIDDLE button.
Exercising in the dark: If you activate the backlight by pressing and holding the MIDDLE button during an exercise
recording, the backlight will reactivate automatically during the same exercise every time you press any button.
Note: If the maximum file recording time (99 hours 59 min 59 s) is exceeded, the cycling computer beeps, pauses recording and displays
HALT. Stop recording by pressing the LEFT button. For further information on how to release memory for new files by deleting files, see page 31.