Xplova G3 User manual

User’s Manual

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XPLOVA Inc.
4F-3, No 66, Sanchong Rd., Nangang District,
Taipei 11560, Taiwan, R.O.C.
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www.xplova.com
Version: 1.0

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Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Getting to Know the Xplova G3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Included Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features of the Xplova G3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Record/View Cycling Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Smart-Sign™ Track Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Real-time Analysis Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Charging the Xplova G3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Powering up the Xplova G3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the Button Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjusting Brightness and Turn On/Off Volume . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Switching Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Recording a Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Locking the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Creating a Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Acquiring a GPS Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connecting to Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Mounting the Xplova G3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Using the GPS Bike Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Bike Computer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
The Bike Computer Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Quick Menu of Bike Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Bike Computer Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

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Map Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
The Map Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Quick Menu of Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Track Navigation & Smart-Sign™ Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Chart Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
The Chart Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Quick Menu of Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Elevation Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Training Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
The Training Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Quick Menu of Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Editing Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Edit this Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Add New Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Delete this Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Changing Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
My Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Bike Computer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Setting up Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Setting up Recording Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Map Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Changing the Map View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Training Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
User and Bikes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
User Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Bike Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

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General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Satellites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Altimeter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Using your Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Heart Rate Monitor (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Pairing the Heart Rate Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Wearing the Heart Rate Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Changing the Heart Rate Monitor Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Combo Cadence Sensor (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Pairing the Combo Cadence Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Installing the Combo Cadence Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Training with the Combo Cadence Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Changing the Combo Cadence Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Battery Charger (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Using the PC Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Feature of X-Tracks™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Backup/View Activity Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

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GPX & TRK Import/Export . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Smart-Route™ Track Planner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Download Detail Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Updating the Xplova G3 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Wheel Size Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Declarations of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Duales System Deutschland GmbH Participant . . . . . . . . . . . .88
CE Declaration of Conformity (CENELEC Europe) . . . . . . . . . . .88
WEEE directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

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Getting Started
Congratulations on having purchased the Xplova G3 GPS Bike
Computer. In this chapter you will discover key features and
understand how to power up and use basic features of the user
interface. Further chapters explain how to use the full features and
functions of the bike computer.

2 Getting to Know the Xplova G3
Getting Started
Getting to Know the Xplova G3
This section introduces your Xplova G3 and its main features.
Figure 1. The Xplova G3 front
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3
21. Power/OSD
2. LED
3. + Button
4. - Button
5. Menu
6. Lap/Reset
7. 5-Way Control Stick
8. Record/End
9. Mode/Bike select

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Getting to Know the Xplova G3 3
Figure 2. The Xplova G3 back
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11. Buzzer output
2. Battery cover
3. Mounting guides
4. Vent holes for pressure
and temperature
measurement
5. Mini USB connector,
under waterproof cap

4 Getting to Know the Xplova G3
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Included Accessories
The Xplova G3 includes the items shown in Figure 3. Check to make
sure all items are included in the package; contact your Xplova
retailer immediately if anything is missing.
Figure 3. Accessories included with the Xplova G3
Power supply Stem bike mount
Handle bar bike mount Cable ties

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Features of the Xplova G3 5
Features of the Xplova G3
The Xplova G3 is the premier GPS Bike Computer for serious cyclists
the world over. The intuitive, durable design of the Xplova G3
delivers maximum usability in a variety of outdoor environments.
•2.2” sunlight readable color display
•Replaceable rechargeable Li-iron battery, typical operation time is
10 hrs
•High precision GPS receiver
•IPX4 and IPX7 waterproof and anti-shock design
•Low power digital wireless sensors support (ANT+)
•Barometric altimeter, 3-D digital compass & thermometer
Record/View Cycling Data
Get the most out of your workout with the wireless Xplova G3.
Receive real-time data for monitoring time, distance, speed, altitude,
heart rate, cadence, calories burned and more, to enhance your
physical performance.
•View and record real-time cycling data
•Review cycling data history in graphic charts on the device
•Monitor body conditions with warnings for speed, heart rate and
cadence
•Mark different riding paths with the lap function
•Set up training program for time, distance or calories

6 Features of the Xplova G3
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Smart-Sign™Track Navigation
Xplova Smart-Sign™is a group of markers such as waypoints, POI
(Point of Interest), slope information, mountain peaks, turn-by-turn
directions that are assigned by user’s need or automatically
generated by Xplova Smart-Route™ engine. Smart-Sign™track
navigation supports:
•Turn-by-turn guidance and Smart-Sign approaching alert on planned
track
•Navigating on auto zoom and contour line enabled OSM maps
•Shows position on an elevation profile while in the track
navigation mode
•A Track back function to help you find the way back to your
original starting point
Real-time Analysis Chart
The Xplova G3 support real-time analysis to monitor and analyze
speed, time, distance, heart rate, cadence, and calories by ANT+™
wireless-enabled sensors such as Heart Rate Monitor, Speed/
Cadence Combo Sensor and power meter(3rd party) etc.
Training
The Xplova G3 also provides a Training mode with time, distance
and calorie burned thresholds to help you setup your own training
program.

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Optional Accessories 7
Optional Accessories
The Xplova G3 can be paired with two optional accessories that
provide you a complete solution for cycling and outdoor activities.
The heart rate monitor (HRM) measures heart rate for tracking
cardiovascular performance during a workout. The combo cadence
sensor attaches to your bicycle’s chainstay and provides precise
readings throughout your ride. These accessories give you a
complete picture of your workout performance, and as we will see in
later sections, can show you how hard you are working in different
segments of your route.
If you have already purchased these accessories, follow the
instructions in “Using your Accessories” on page 65 to pair and
install the devices. If you haven’t yet made your purchase, inquire at
your local Xplova distributor for details.

8 Charging the Xplova G3
Getting Started
Charging the Xplova G3
Before using your Xplova G3, make sure it is properly charged and
ready to go. Charge the Xplova G3 for at least 5 hours before first
use to make sure the batteries are fully charged.
To charge the Xplova G3:
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert the battery.
3. Replace the battery cover as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Replace the battery
Note:Notebook with rate voltage of 5VDC (USB) is required.
See “Battery Charger (Optional)” on page 76

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Charging the Xplova G3 9
4. Plug the power supply included in the package into a wall outlet.
5. Open the protective silicone door on the base of the Xplova G3.
6. Plug the USB adapter into the port as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Connecting the charger to the Xplova G3

10 Powering up the Xplova G3
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Powering up the Xplova G3
After charging the Xplova G3, you are ready to begin using it.
Pressing the Power button located on the left side of the Xplova G3
turns it on. During startup, it displays a splash screen while it loads
map databases into the system. Once the system starts and complete
device initial settings, the bike computer view appears as shown in
Figure 6.
Figure 6. The bike computer main screen*
Note:*The screen may appear differently from Figure 6

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Using the Button Controls
The side button controls not only allow you to power up the Xplova
G3, but also to access brightness and volume controls, switch
between modes, record sessions, and support general settings.
Adjusting Brightness and Turn On/Off Volume
To adjust brightness and volume, briefly press the Power button.
The brightness and volume controls appear on screen as shown in
Figure 7. You can adjust volume or brightness by 5-way control
stick. You also can adjust brightness by pressing the power button
again while the brightness control is still displayed. The Power
button toggles backlight brightness between off, the last
intermediate current set, and maximum brightness.
Figure 7. Brightness and volume controls

12 Using the Button Controls
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Switching Modes
You can switch Bike Computer, Map, Chart and Training mode
quickly by pressing the Mode button on the left side of the Xplova
G3. The display mode as shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8. The display mode
Bike Computer
Map
Training
(optional)
Chart
(optional)

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Using the Button Controls 13
To show the next page of the mode:
While in Bike Computer or Chart mode.
1. Use the control stick to scroll up and down through the page of a
mode.
Figure 9. Screen of Bike Computer pages

14 Using the Button Controls
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Recording a Session
You can use the record button to start a new record, pause record,
continue record, and stop record.
Figure 10. Recording with the side control button
To record a session using the side button controls:
1. Press the Record button. A splash screen appears and confirms
that a session has started.
2. Press the Record button quickly to pause/continue the recording.
3. Press the Record button again for more than 2 seconds to stop
and save the recording.
Locking the Screen
You can lock down the screen to prevent unwanted commands or
changes from being entered via the screen.