Polar RCX5 user manual Contents

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ENGLISH

 

CONTENTS

 

1.

INTRODUCTION

5

2.

TRAINING COMPUTER PARTS

6

 

Polar RCX5 Training Computer Parts

6

 

Optional Accessories

6

3.

GETTING STARTED

8

 

Basic Settings

8

 

Button Functions and Menu Structure

8

 

Button Functions

8

 

Menu Structure

8

4.

PREPARE FOR TRAINING

10

 

Plan Your Training

10

 

Sport Profiles

10

 

Polar Endurance Training Program

10

 

Calibrate the Polar s3+ Stride Sensor

10

 

Calibration by Running Wizard

11

 

Set Calibration Factor Manually

11

 

Calibrate Sensor by Running a Known Distance (on-the-fly calibration)

11

5.

TRAINING

13

 

Wear the Transmitter

13

 

Start Training

13

 

Train With Polar ZoneOptimizer

14

 

Start Training Session with Polar ZoneOptimizer

14

 

Use Polar Endurance Training Program

16

 

Use RCX5 in Multisport Training

16

 

Train With Race Pace

16

 

Button Functions During Training

16

 

Record a Lap

17

 

Lock a Zone

17

 

Zoom the Training View Display

17

 

HeartTouch

17

 

Night Mode

18

 

View Quick Menu

18

 

Pause Training

18

 

Personalize the Training Computer Display

18

 

Reminder

20

 

Pause/ Stop Training Recording

21

6.

AFTER TRAINING

22

 

Analyze Training Results

22

 

Single Sport Training Files

22

 

Multisport Training File

24

 

Week Summaries

24

 

Totals Since xx.xx.xxxx

25

 

Delete Files

25

 

Reset Week Summaries

25

 

Reset Trip

25

 

Reset Totals

25

7.

DATA TRANSFER

26

 

Transfer Data

26

8.

SETTINGS

27

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Contents Polar RCX5 Contents Applications English Index Introduction Polar RCX5 Training Computer Parts Optional AccessoriesTraining Computer Parts English Button Functions and Menu Structure Basic SettingsGetting Started Button FunctionsData SettingsProgram Applications Fitness TestCalibrate the Polar s3+ Stride Sensor Prepare for TrainingPlan Your Training Sport ProfilesCalibration by Running Wizard Set Calibration Factor ManuallyOptional s3+ stride sensor required Start Training TrainingWear the Transmitter Change sport during training session Train With Polar ZoneOptimizerStart Training Session with Polar ZoneOptimizer English Train With Race Pace Use Polar Endurance Training ProgramUse RCX5 in Multisport Training Button Functions During TrainingZoom the Training View Display Record a LapLock a Zone HeartTouchPersonalize the Training Computer Display Night ModeInformation on the display Symbol Explanation View Quick MenuDistance FarReminder FarPause/ Stop Training Recording Single Sport Training Files After TrainingAnalyze Training Results RunningCycling LapsAutomatic laps Multisport Training FileWeek Summaries Reset Totals Reset Week SummariesReset Trip Totals SinceTransfer Data How to set your PC for data transmissionData Transfer Running Settings SettingsSport Profile Settings Cycling Settings Bike SettingsMethod Swimming SettingsWheel size diameter inches Wheel size setting mm Heart Rate Settings Other Sport SettingsUser Information Settings Rate limits Set lower limit Accept the value with OK. SetOwnIndex General SettingsMaximum Heart Rate HRmax Recording Rate 15s 60sMin Quick menu Watch SettingsConnection Settings Option is only available when s3+ stride sensor is in use Before the Test ApplicationsPolar Fitness Test Performing the TestAfter the Test Age / Years Very low Low Fair Moderate Good Very good EliteLatest results How to Use Race PacePolar Race Pace Delete OwnIndex ValueEnglish Pairing a New Transmitter With Training Computer Using a NEW TransmitterUsing a New Transmitter Pairing a New Cadence Sensor With Training Computer Using a NEW AccessoryPairing a New Speed Sensor With Training Computer Pairing a New GPS Sensor With Training ComputerPairing a New Stride Sensor With Training Computer Target zone Background InformationPolar Sport Zones Example Training benefitHeart Rate Variability Polar ZoneOptimizerZoneOptimizer measurement Benefits of the ZoneOptimizer featureMeasurement phases Determining Maximum Heart Rate Maximum Heart RateRunning Cadence and Stride Length Polar Running Index Short-term analysisLong-term analysis Running Index Performance LevelCooper test m Km hmmss 21.098 km 42.195 km Hmmss Suitable Program Starting Level for Everybody Polar Training Load FeaturePolar Endurance Training Program for Running and Cycling Polar Training Articles Caring for Your Product ServiceImportant Information Changing BatteriesPrior to changing the battery, please note the following Change Batteries YourselfMinimizing Risks When Training Battery Lifetime in RCX5Precautions Interference During TrainingTraining computer limit values Technical SpecificationsTraining computer Transmitter Frequently Asked QuestionsDo not know where I am in the menu? Water resistanceLimited International Polar Guarantee ZoneOptimizer determination fails?Receipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase Disclaimer Index
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