Operation Manual

The training computer stores the data in five second intervals.
Maximum number of laps recorded in one training session: 99
Maximum number of automatic laps recorded in one training session: 99
Total distance: 99999.99 km / 99999.99 mi
Total duration: 9999 h 59 min 59 s
Total calories: 999 999 kcal
Total training files count: 65535
Heart rate sensor
Battery life Polar WearLink W.I.N.D.:
2000 h
Battery life Polar H2:
800 h
Battery life Polar H3:
1600 h
Battery type: CR2025
Battery sealing ring:
O-ring 20.0 x 0.90 Material Silicone
Operating temperature: -10 °C to +40 °C / 14 °F to 104 °F
Connector material:
ABS
Strap material:
38% Polyamide, 29% Polyurethane, 20% Elastane, 13% Polyester
Water resistance: 30 m (Suitable for bathing and swimming).
The Polar H3 heart rate sensor does not measure heart rate in water.
The Polar RCX3 training computer applies the following patented technologies, among others:
OwnIndex
®
technology for fitness test.
OwnCal
®
personal calorie calculation.
Polar WebSync Software and Polar DataLink™
System Requirements:
Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 or Mac OS X 10.5 (Intel) or
newer
Internet connection
Free USB port for DataLink
Water resistance
Water resistance of Polar products is tested according to International IEC 60529 IPX7 (1m, 30min,
20ºC). Products are divided into four different categories according to water resistance. Check the back of
your Polar product for the water resistance category and compare it to the chart below. Please note that
these definitions do not necessarily apply to products of other manufacturers.
Marking on case back Water resistant characteristics
Water resistant IPX7 Not suitable for bathing or swimming. Protected
against wash splashes and raindrops. Do not wash
with a pressure washer.
Water resistant Not suitable for swimming. Protected against wash
splashes, sweat, raindrops etc. Do not wash with a
pressure washer.
Water resistant 30 m/50 m Suitable for bathing and swimming
Water resistant 100 m Suitable for swimming and snorkeling (without air
tanks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if...
...the battery symbol and Low battery is displayed?
The low battery indicator is usually the first sign of an expired battery. However, in cold conditions the low
battery indicator may appear. The indicator will disappear as soon as the temperature rises enough. When
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