Polar RC3 GPS™
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1. Not suitable for bathing or swimming Protected against wash splashes and raindrops Do not immerse the training computer in water Using the training computer in excessive rainfall may cause interference on GPS reception Heart rate sensor Connector Detach the connector from the strap after every use and dry the connector with a soft towel Clean the connector with a mild soap and water solution when needed Never use alcohol or any abrasive material eg steel wool or cleaning chemicals Strap Rinse the strap under running water after every use and hang to dry Clean the strap gently with a mild soap and water solution when needed Do not use moisturizing soaps because they can leave residue on the strap Do not soak iron dry clean or bleach the strap Do not stretch the strap or bend the electrode areas sharply Check the label on your strap to see if it is machine washable Never put the strap or the connector in a dryer ENGLISH 19 CS speed sensor CS cadence sensor and s3 stride sensor Clean the sensors with a mild soap and water solution and rinse them with clean water To maintain the water resistance do not wash the sensors with a pressure washer Do not immerse the CS speed sensor CS cadence sensor or s3 stride sensor in water Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals Avoid hard hits to the sensors as these may damage the sensor units Storing Kee2. comes into contact with your skin or if you suspect an allergic reaction due to using the product check the listed materials in Technical Specifications To avoid any skin reaction to the heart rate sensor wear it over a shirt but moisten the shirt well under the electrodes to ensure flawless operation G The combined impact of moisture and intense abrasion may cause a black color to come off the heart rate sensor s surface possibly staining light colored clothes If you use perfume or insect repellent on your skin you must ensure that it does not come into contact with the training computer or the heart rate sensor If you train in cold conditions 20 C to 10 C 4 F to 14 F we recommend that you wear the training computer under the sleeve of your jacket directly on your skin Disturbance may occur near electrical devices Also WLAN base stations may cause interference when training with Polar training computer To avoid erratic reading or misbehaviors move away from possible sources of disturbance For further information see www polar fi support ENGLISH 25 Technical Specifications 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 26 ENGLISH 250 mA attery up to 12 hours in continuous use 10 C t
3. not cover the battery normal wear and tear damage due to misuse abuse accidents or non compliance with the precautions improper maintenance commercial use cracked broken or scratched cases displays armband elastic strap and Polar apparel 28 ENGLISH The guarantee does not cover any damage s out o by th stipu f or related to e two 2 year ated by local losses costs or expenses direct indirect or incidental consequential or special arising the product Items purchased second hand are not covered warranty unless otherwise aw During the guarantee period the product will be ei Guarant limited initially Copyrig KEMPE countries marketed t 2012 Po her repaired or replaced at any of the authorized Polar Service Centers regardless of the country purc ase ee with respect to any product will be here the product has been ar Electro Oy FI 90440 LE All rights reserved No part of this manual may be used or reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written permiss ion of Polar E ectro Oy The names and logos in this user manual or in the package of this product are trademarks of Polar Electro Oy The names and logos marked with a 9 symbol in this user manual or in the package of this product are registered trademarks of Polar Electro Oy Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation and
4. Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Inc Polar Electro Oy is a ISO 9001 2008 certified company 0537 This product is compliant with Directives 93 A2 EEC and 1999 5 EC The relevant Declaration of Conformity is available at www polar fi support XL This crossed out wheeled bin marking shows that Polar products are electronic devices and are in the scope of Directive 2002 96 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE and batteries and accumulators used in products are in the scope of Directive 2006 66 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 6 September 2006 on batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators These products and batteries accumulators inside Polar products should thus be disposed of separately in EU countries 4 This marking shows that the product is protected against electric shocks Regulatory information is available at www polar fi support To see the RC3 GPS specific certification and compliance markings go to MENU gt Settings gt General settings and press LIGHT button long ENGLISH 29 Disclaimer The material in this manual is for informational purposes only The products it describes are subject to change without prior notice due to the manufacturer s continuous development program Polar Electro Inc Polar Electro Oy makes no representations or warranties with respect to his ma
5. Polar GPS Getting Started Guide POLAR LISTENS TO YOUR BODY CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 3 PREPARING 8 TRAINING eee 11 ANALYZING 17 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 19 Caring for Your Product 19 Battery Information 21 Precauti ns eee 24 Technical Specifications 26 Limited International Polar Guarantee 28 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 polarpersonaltrainer com X WebSync software USB cable S 2 1 Polar H3 heart rate sensor 2 Polar s3 stride sensor 3 Polar CS cadence sensor 4 Polar CS speed sensor WI N D 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 ENGLISH 3 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 Pre
6. S cadence sensor W I N D for the first time it needs to be paired with the RC3 GPS For more information on the sport profile settings and pairing a sensor with the RC3 GPS see the full user manual at www polar fi support 3 TRAINING Wear the Heart Rate Sensor Wear the heart rate sensor to measure heart rate 1 2 3 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 Detach the connector from the strap and rinse the strap under running water after every use Sweat and moisture may keep the electrodes wet and the heart rate sensor activated This will reduce the heart rate sensor battery life For more detailed washing instructions see Important Information E gt ENGLISH 11 Start a Training Session Start a training session by pressing START 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 Searching for 1 Wearing the RC3 GPS and the heart rate sensor start by naw heat rae pressing START Searching For new heart rate s
7. aterial Silicone 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F ABS 38 Polyamide 29 Polyurethane 20 Elastane 13 Polyester 30m Polar heart rate sensor is water resistant but will not measure heart rate in water due to its transmission frequency System Requirements for Polar WebSync Software Operating system Microsoft Windows XP Vista 7 or Mac OS X 10 5 Intel or newer Internet connection Patented Technologies The Polar RC3 GPS training computer applies the following patented technologies among others Ownlndex technology for the Fitness Test OwnCal personal calorie calculation ENGLISH 21 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 This limited Polar international guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Oy for consumers who have purchased this product in other countries Polar Electro Oy Polar Electro Inc guarantees the original consumer purchaser of this device that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for two 2 years from the date of purchase The receipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase The guarantee does
8. ensor is displayed The RC3 GPS searches for a heart rate sensor signal Heart rate sensor 2 Heart rate sensor Found is displayed once the RC3 GPS finds the signal This action is called pairing and is performed only once to the heart rate sensor Pairing ensures that your RC3 GPS receives signal from your heart rate sensor only and enables interference free training when there are other training computer s around 12 ENGLISH 4 Runnings START Running 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 RC3 GPS will find the signals faster if you keep it immobile during the search The check mark indicates that the signal is found In this image the RC3 GPS has found the heart rate sensor signal and the GPS signal If the RC3 GPS does not find the signal the display shows a triangle with an exclamation mark Once the RC3 GPS has found all the signals press START Recording started is displayed and you can start recording your training session ENGLISH 13 Training Functions ZONEPOINTER 7 29 45 Training in Polar sport z
9. he basic settings adjust your activity level and maximum heart rate at Settings gt User information if necessary It is important that you are precise with the Basic Settings especially when setting your weight height date of birth and sex as they have an impact on the accuracy of the measuring values such as the heart rate limits and calorie expenditure For detailed information on the settings of RC3 GPS consult the full user manual at www polar fi support ENGLISH 9 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 gt Settings gt 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 10 ENGLISH The heart rate sensor is on by default in every sport Due to this the RC3 GPS will automatically start searching for the heart rate sensor signal once you press START in time view If you purchased a set which does not include a heart rate sensor turn it off in MENU gt Settings Sport Profiles gt Running gt Heart rate sensor Uff When you activate an optional sensor s3 stride sensor CS speed sensor W I N D or C
10. high blood cholesterol Are you taking any blood pressure or heart medication Do you have a history of breathing problems Do you have symptoms of any disease Are you recovering from a serious illness or medical treatment Do you use a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device e Do you smoke Are you pregnant In addition to exercise intensity medications for heart conditions blood pressure psychological conditions asthma breathing etc as well as some energy drinks alcohol and nicotine may also affect heart rate It is important to be sensitive to your body s responses during exercise If you feel unexpected pain or excessive fatigue when exercising it is recommended that you stop the exercise or continue at a lighter intensity 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 If you have any doubts or if you experience any unusual sensations while using Polar products please consult your physician or contact the implanted electronic device manufacturer to determine safety in your case If you are allergic to any substance that
11. iminates interference during training ENGLISH 5 Menu Structure and Button Functions In time view press UP to enter MENU Browse the menu structure with UP DOWN and enter with START Data START Settings Fitness Test Select Data to view all the saved training information Select Settings to modify sport profiles heart rate settings user information general settings and watch settings 6 ENGLISH 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 Ownlndex evaluates your maximal oxygen uptake VO54 4 Perform the test in every 6 weeks and see how you progress p Dunindex D 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 UP Move through selection lists Adjust a selected value Press and hold to change the watch face START OK Confirm selections e Start training session Take a lap Press and hold to set zone lock on off in training mode DOWN Move through selection lists Adjust a selected value P
12. nsert a new battery CR 2025 inside the cover with the negative side outwards 4 Align the ledge on the battery cover with the slot on the connector and press the battery cover back into its place You should hear a snap Keep the batteries away from children If swallowed contact a doctor immediately Batteries should be properly disposed of according to local regulations A Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with wrong type ENGLISH 23 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 l N D No other use is intended or implied The RC3 GPS should not be used for obtaining environmental measurements that require professional or industrial precision Minimizing risks when exercising Exercise may include some risk Before beginning a regular exercise program it is recommended that you answer the following questions concerning your health status If you answer yes to any of these questions we recommend that you consult a doctor before starting any training program 24 ENGLISH Have you been physically inactive for the past 5 years Do you have high blood pressure or
13. nual or with respect to the products described herein Polar Electro Inc Polar Electro Oy shall not be iable for any damages losses costs or expenses direct indirect or incidental consequential or special arising out of or related to the use of this material or the products described herein This product is covered by the following patent documents Fl 111514B DE19781642T1 GB2326240 HK1016857 US6277080 US20070082789 EP1795128 US20090278734 EP2116862 FI114202 US6537227 EP1147790 HK1040065 FI115289 EP1127544 US6540686 HK1041188 FI 110303 US6104947 748185 JP3831410 FI20105796 US20120010478 EP2407217 EP08879081 1 US13 139541 30 ENGLISH WO2010072883 US6584344 US2011021419 EP2280770 Other patents pending Manufactured by Polar Electro Oy Professorintie 5 90440 KEMPELE Tel 358 8 5202 100 Fax 358 8 5202 300 www polar fi Manufactured by Polar Electro Oy Professorintie 5 FIN 90440 KEMPELE Tel 358 8 5202 100 Fax 358 8 5202 300 www polar fi POLAR LISTENS TO YOUR BODY
14. o 50 C 14 F to 122 F MMA lens with hard coating in op surface training computer ody ABS GF TPU PC ABS GF TPU PC TPU ABS PC Aluminium Stainless steel olyurethane TPU and stainless steel Better than 0 5 seconds day at 25 C 77 F temperature distance 2 speed 2km h sample sec 1 or 1 bpm whichever larger Definition applies to stable conditions 5 240 bpm Li Pol rechargeable Current speed display range sensor 0 36 km h or 0 22 5 mph when measuring speed wit 53 stride 0 127 km h or 0 79 mph when measuring speed wit sensor CS speed 0 303 km h or 0 188 5 mph when measuring speed wit Water proof IPX7 Water resistance GPS Not suitable for bathing or swimming Protected against wash splashes an Training computer limit values Maximum number of files Maximum time recorded to file Maximum number of laps recorded in one training session Maximum number of automatic laps recorded in one training session Total distance Total duration Total calories Total exercise count raindrops 99 99 h 59 min 59 5 99 per exercise 99 per exercise 99999 99 km 99999 99 mi 9999 59 min 59 s 999 999 kcal 65535 Heart rate sensor Battery life Battery type Battery sealing ring Operating temperature Connector material Strap material Water resistance 1600 hours of use CR2025 0 ring 20 0 x 0 90 M
15. ones is easy way to follow your intensity during a 0008 s training The Zonepointer feature shows the sport zone you are currently 860045 training in with a heart symbol that moves on the scale according to your heart 3 rate 4 You can lock your target sport zone for a training session When your heart rate que goes below or above the target sport zone the RC3 GPS gives a visual and X audible alarm i 00 01 14135 By using the heartrate variability based ZoneOptimizer feature at the beginning of every training session you can make sure you train at the right intensity The ZoneOptimizer adjusts the sport zones depending on your physiological state at that exact moment 14 ENGLISH The Back to starting point feature guides the way back to your starting esee point When you start a training session the training computer saves your q location as your starting point When it is time to return to your starting point Be do the following e Browse to the BACK TO START view Keep the RC3 GPS in a horizontal position in front of you POLAR logo facing forward e Keep moving in order for the RC3 GPS to determine which direction you are going An arrow will point in the direction of your starting point e To get back to the starting point always turn in the direction of the arrow The RC3 GPS also shows direction coordinates and the direct distance beeline between you and the starting
16. p your training computer and sensors in a cool and dry place Do not keep them in a damp environment in non breathable material a plastic bag or a sports bag nor with conductive material a wet towel Do not expose the training computer to direct sunlight for extended periods such as by leaving it in a car or mounted on the bike mount 20 ENGLISH It is recommended to store the training computer partially or fully charged The battery slowly loses its charge when it is stored If you are going to store the training computer for several months it is recommended to recharge it after a few months This will prolong the battery lifetime Dry and store the strap and the connector separately to maximize the heart rate sensor battery lifetime Keep the heart rate sensor in a cool and dry place To prevent snap oxidation do not store the heart rate sensor wet in non breathing material such as a sports bag Do not expose the heart rate sensor to direct sunlight for extended periods Service 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 For contact information and all Polar Service Center addresses visit www polar fi support and country specific websites Register your Polar
17. paring Connect the Polar RC3 GPS training computer to your computer with a USB cable to charge the battery and to transfer data between the training computer and the polarpersonaltrainer com web service EJ Polarpersonaltrainer com is your online training diary and interactive training community that keeps you motivated For a deeper analysis of your training transfer the training data to the polarpersonaltrainer com web service using the USB cable and WebSync software 4 ENGLISH Available Polar Accessories With the help of Polar accessories you can enhance your training experience and achieve a more complete understanding of your performance C T 7 5 Comfortable heart rate sensor Polar 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 It also measures running cadence and stride length CS speed sensor W I N D wirelessly measures distance and your real time average and maximum cycling speed pace CS cadence sensor W I N D wirelessly measures your real time average and maximum cycling cadence as revolutions per minute Data from all compatible sensors is sent wirelessly to the training computer over the 2 4 GHz W LN D technology proprietary to Polar This el
18. point G Always keep a map handy in case the RC3 GPS loses the satellite signal or the battery runs out See the full user manual at www polar fi support for detailed instructions on using Polar sport zones ZoneOptimizer and Back to starting point feature ENGLISH 15 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 START Lock a zone by pressing and holding START 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 16 ENGLISH 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 gt Data gt Training files Steady state 8 Tempo training For a deeper analysis of your training transfer the training data to the polarpersonaltrainer com web service using the USB cable and WebSync software You can download the WebSync software from www polarpersonaltrainer com after you have
19. product at http register polar fi to ensure we can keep improving our products and services to better meet your needs Battery Information Training Computer The training computer contains a rechargeable battery Polar encourages you to minimize possible effects of waste on the environment and human health by following local waste disposal regulations and where possible utilizing separate collection of electronic devices at the end of the working life of the product Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles You can charge and discharge he battery over 300 times before a notable decrease in its capacity The number of charge cycles also varies by use and operating conditions The battery will be 70 80 full after one hour of charging Charging the battery ully takes up to 1 5 hours ENGLISH 21 Battery operating time e in continuous use when recording a training session with the GPS function ON up to 12 hours e in continuous use when recording a training session with the GPS function OFF up to 1700 hours e when you train on average 1h day 7 days week with the GPS function ON up to 11 days with the GPS function OFF up to 120 days 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 The operating time is significan
20. registered to the web service Using the polarpersonaltrainer com web service is free of charge ENGLISH 17 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 com web service consult the online help for polarpersonaltrainer com 18 ENGLISH With WebSync software you can synchronize and transfer data between your RC3 GPS and polarpersonaltrainer com adjust your RC3 GPS settings and customize your RC3 GPS display for example with your own logo For more information on data transfer and other functions in the WebSync software consult the full user manual at www polar fi support or the online help for WebSync 5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Caring for Your Product Training computer Keep your training computer clean Use a damp paper towel to wipe dirt from the training computer To maintain the water resistance do not wash the training computer with a pressure washer Do not immerse the training computer in water Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals D 2
21. ress and hold to switch between Time 1 Time 2 ENGLISH 7 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 Plug the micro USB connector into the USB port in he RC3 GPS 2 Plug the USB connector into a computer USB port It is recommended not to use USB hubs because a USB hub may not supply enough power for the RC3 GPS 3 Thecharging animation appears on the display Fully charging the battery takes up to 1 5 hours 4 When the RC3 GPS is fully charged Charging complete is displayed Disconnect the cable 8 ENGLISH The RC3 GPS goes to basic settings after the first charge To enter the basic setti ngs during the charge press any button Use 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 2 First select your language Confirm your selection with START Please enter basic settings is displayed Press START and start entering your personal data by using the UP DOWN buttons and confirm your selections with START After completing t
22. tly reduced in temperatures well below freezing Wearing RC3 GPS under your overcoat helps to keep it warmer and to increase the operating time To learn when to recharge the battery see the full user manual at www polar fi support 22 ENGLISH Heart Rate Sensor The Polar heart rate sensor has a user changeable battery When changing the battery make sure the sealing ring is not damaged in which case you should replace it with a new one to ensure the water resistance of the connector You can purchase the sealing ring battery kits at well equipped Polar retailers and authorized Polar Services In the USA and Canada the additional sealing rings are available at authorized Polar Service Centers In the USA he sealing ring battery kits are also available at www shoppolar com When handling a new fully charged battery avoid clasp like contact i e simultaneous from both sides with metal or electrically conducting ools like tweezers This may short circuit the battery causing it to discharge more rapidly Typically short circuiting does not damage the battery but it may decrease the capacity and ifetime of the battery To change the battery 1 Lever the battery cover open by using the bracket on the strap 2 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 3 I
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