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CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. PREPARING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3. TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 4. ANALYZING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 5. IMPORTANT INFORMATION . . . . . Caring for Your Product. . . . . . . . . . . Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . .
1. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your Polar RC3 GPS training computer! The RC3 GPS offers you an all-in-one system to guide you in your training.
The full user manual and the latest version of this getting started guide can be downloaded at www.polar.fi/support. For video tutorials, go to http://www.polar.fi/en/polar_community/videos.
The Training System With an integrated GPS unit the Polar RC3 GPS training computer provides speed and distance data, as well as route information at the polarpersonaltrainer.com web service, in all outdoor sports using Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. If you purchased a set which does not include a heart rate sensor, turn it off in the Sport Profile settings. For instructions, see Preparing.
Available Polar Accessories With the help of Polar accessories, you can enhance your training experience and achieve a more complete understanding of your performance. Comfortable heart rate sensor Polar H3 detects your heart rate accurately from the heart's electrical signals and sends the data to the training computer in real time. The heart rate sensor consists of a connector and a strap. s3+ stride sensor transmits running speed/pace and distance data to the training computer.
Menu Structure and Button Functions In time view press UP to enter MENU. Browse the menu structure with UP/DOWN and enter with OK. • • • Select Fitness test to start the test or view the results. Polar Fitness Test measures your aerobic fitness at rest in five minutes. The result, Polar OwnIndex, evaluates your maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max). Perform the test in every 6 weeks and see how you progress. Select Data to view all the saved training information.
LIGHT • Illuminate the display • Press and hold to enter QUICK MENU: In time view lock buttons, set alarm or select time zone. During training lock buttons, search sensor, adjust training sounds, set automatic lap on/off, show GPS info or show zone limits. BACK • Exit the menu • Return to previous level • Leave settings unchanged • Cancel selections • Press and hold to return time mode from any other mode.
2. PREPARING Charge the Battery The RC3 GPS has an internal, rechargable battery. Charge the RC3 GPS via a USB connection on your computer by using the USB cable that comes with the product set. If you want to plug the USB connector to a wall outlet, use a USB power adapter (not included in the product set). 1. 2. 3. 4. Plug the micro USB connector into the USB port in the RC3 GPS. Plug the USB connector into a computer USB port.
The RC3 GPS goes to basic settings after the first charge. To enter the basic settings during the charge, press any button. Use a USB 1.1/2.0 compliant cable included in the set package. The charging time may be prolonged if you charge from a USB hub. Enter Basic Settings Enter as accurate data as possible to ensure correct feedback based on your performance. 1. 2. 3. 10 First, select your language. Confirm your selection with OK. Please enter basic settings is displayed.
Adjust the Sport Profile Settings The Sport Profile feature helps you start your training session with ease. The RC3 GPS provides five sport profiles; one for running, two for cycling and two for other sports. Adjust the settings for the sport profiles to suit your training needs in MENU > Settings > Sport Profiles. You can, for example, activate the sensors you want to use in the sport. Then when you start a training session using the sport profile, the RC3 GPS detects the needed sensors automatically.
3. TRAINING Wear the Heart Rate Sensor Wear the heart rate sensor to measure heart rate. 1. 2. 3. 4. Moisten the electrode area of the strap. Attach the connector to the strap. Tie the strap around your chest, just below the chest muscles, and attach the hook to the other end of the strap. Adjust the strap length to fit tightly but comfortably. Check that the moist electrode areas are firmly against your skin and that the Polar logo of the connector is in a central and upright position.
Start a Training Session Start a training session by pressing OK. If you purchased a set which does not include a heart rate sensor, and you have set the heart rate sensor off in the Sport Profile settings, skip points 1 and 2 and go straight to point 3. 1. Wearing the RC3 GPS and the heart rate sensor, start by pressing OK. Searching for new heart rate sensor is displayed. The RC3 GPS searches for a heart rate sensor signal. 2. Heart rate sensor found is displayed, once the RC3 GPS finds the signal.
3. The RC3 GPS enters the pre-training mode. Select the sport profile you want to use by browsing with UP/DOWN. If you have activated the GPS function and/or an optional sensor in this sport profile, the RC3 GPS will automatically start searching for the signal. To catch satellite signals, go outdoors and away from tall buildings and trees. In good conditions, acquiring satellite signals for the first time typically takes 30-60 seconds.
Training Functions Training in Polar sport zones is an easy way to follow your intensity during training. The Zonepointer feature shows the sport zone you are currently training in with a heart symbol that moves on the scale according to your heart rate. You can lock your target sport zone for a training session. When your heart rate goes below or above the target sport zone, the RC3 GPS gives a visual and audible alarm.
The Back to starting point feature guides the way back to your starting point. When you start a training session, the training computer saves your location as your starting point. When it is time to return to your starting point, do the following: • • • • • Browse to the BACK TO START-view. Keep the RC3 GPS in a horizontal position in front of you ("POLAR" logo facing forward). Keep moving in order for the RC3 GPS to determine which direction you are going.
Button functions • • • • • • Change the training view on display by browsing with UP/DOWN. Access the QUICK MENU by pressing and holding LIGHT for two seconds. Record a lap by pressing OK. Lock a zone by pressing and holding OK. Pause your training session by pressing BACK. Stop training recording completely by pressing BACK twice. For further information on functions during training, consult the full user manual at www.polar.fi/support.
4. ANALYZING The Training Benefit feature helps you better understand the effectiveness of your training. This feature requires the use of the heart rate sensor. After each training session you get textual feedback and a summary of your performance providing that you have trained at least a total of 10 minutes in the sport zones. You can see details on your training sessions by selecting MENU > Data > Training files .
With the polarpersonaltrainer.com web service you can • • • • • • see your training route share your training result as your status update in a social network challenge your friends to virtual sports competitions get more detailed information on your training feedback store your training files and follow up your progress, and follow your training load and recovery in the training diary. For more information on the functions in the polarpersonaltrainer.
5. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Caring for Your Product RC3 GPS training computer: Keep your training computer clean. Clean it with a mild soap and water solution and rinse them with clean water. Do not immerse the training computer in water. Dry it carefully with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals. Connector: Detach the connector from the strap after every use and dry the connector with a soft towel.
Service Battery Information During the two-year guarantee/warranty period we recommend that you have service, other than battery replacement for the heart rate sensor, done by an authorized Polar Service Center only. The warranty does not cover damage or consequential damage caused by service not authorized by Polar Electro. Training Computer For contact information and all Polar Service Center addresses, visit www.polar.fi/support and country-specific websites.
Battery operating time in continuous use when recording a training session with the GPS function ON: up to 13 hours • when you train on average 1h/day, 7 days/week: Heart Rate Sensor • • with the GPS function ON: up to 11 days • with the GPS function OFF: up to 4 months • when only the time view is used: up to 4 months The operating time varies depending on operating conditions (e.g. high or low temperatures) and battery aging.
To change the battery: 1. 2. 3. 4. Lever the battery cover open by using the bracket on the strap. Remove the old battery from the battery cover with a suitable sized small ridgid stick or bar, such as a toothpick. A non-metal tool is preferable. Be careful not to damage the battery cover. Insert a new battery (CR 2025) inside the cover with the negative (-) side outwards. Align the ledge on the battery cover with the slot on the connector and press the battery cover back into its place.
Precautions The Polar RC3 GPS training computer shows your performance indicators. The RC3 GPS is designed to indicate the level of physiological strain and recovery during and after an exercise session. It measures heart rate, speed and distance. It also measures running cadence when used with s3+ stride sensor and cycling cadence when used with a CS cadence sensor W.I.N.D.. No other use is intended or implied.
Note! If you are using a pacemaker, you can use Polar training computers. In theory interference to pacemaker caused by Polar products should not be possible. In practice no reports exist to suggest anyone ever having experienced interference. We cannot however issue an official guarantee on our products' suitability with all pacemakers or other implanted devices due to the variety of devices available.
Technical Specifications Water resistance: Training computer Battery type: Operating time: Operating temperature: Training computer materials: Wrist strap and buckle materials: Watch accuracy: GPS accuracy Sample rate Accuracy of heart rate monitor: Heart rate measuring range: Current speed display range: 26 ENGLISH 250 mAH Li-Pol rechargeable battery up to 13 hours in continuous use -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F PMMA lens with hard coating in top surface, training computer body (ABS+GF)+TPU / (P
Heart rate sensor Battery life: Battery type: Battery sealing ring: Operating temperature: Connector material: Strap material: Water resistance: Patented Technologies 1600 hours of use CR2025 O-ring 20.0 x 0.90 Material Silicone -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F ABS 38% Polyamide, 29% Polyurethane, 20% Elastane, 13% Polyester 30 m Polar heart rate sensor is water resistant but will not measure heart rate in water due to its transmission frequency.
Limited International Polar Guarantee This guarantee does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights under applicable national or state laws in force, or the consumer’s rights against the dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract. • This limited Polar international guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Inc. for consumers who have purchased this product in the USA or Canada.
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