Magellan Cyclo 500 Series, User Manual

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Managing data on the device

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.

DO

 NOT delete any files that are pre-installed on the device.

 Deleting 

the files can cause the device to crash. Magellan will not be 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.

Sharing your experience on the Internet

By using Magellan Cyclo, you can easily share your experiences with other 
cyclists around the world through the Internet when your device is connected 
to the computer. 
For more information, visit: http://www.magellangps.com.au/Products/Fitness

Sharing your route with friends in the trip

Note:

 For selected models only.

Your device features ANT-FS (ANT File Share) technology for exchanging data 
records (between the Cyclo devices within RF range), bypassing the need for 
cables.
To transfer your route:

1. 

Plan your route on the device.

2. 

Enable the File Sharing function from 

Main menu > Settings > Transfer

.

Note:

 The File Sharing function of the device is disabled by default.

3. 

Shake your device up and down, and then select 

Send

 on the pop-up 

message window. Now your friend can join your riding route.

Tip:

 You can also join your friend’s route by tapping 

Receive

 when invited.

Using WIFI (wireless local area network)

You can synchronise data (e.g. upload recordings and download saved tracks) 
with Magellan Cyclo by accessing the Internet through WIFI. WIFI allows your 
device to connect to the Internet through a wireless connection. To use WIFI on 
your device, you need access to a wireless access point.

1. 

Enable the WIFI function from 

Main menu > Settings > WIFI Sync

.

Note:

 The WIFI function of the device is disabled by default.

2. 

The device will automatically scan for available wireless networks. The 
network names and security settings (public network or secured with WEP/
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK) of the detected wireless networks will be displayed 
on the 

WIFI settings

 screen.