Polar RCX5 user manual Getting Started, Basic Settings, Button Functions and Menu Structure

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3. GETTING STARTED

Basic Settings

Before using your training computer for the first time, customize the basic settings. Enter as accurate data as possible to ensure correct feedback based on your performance.

Activate your training computer, by pressing OK. Select language is displayed. You can select from Deutsch, English, Español, Français, Italiano, Português, Suomi or Svenska and accept with OK. Please enter basic settings is displayed. Press OK and adjust the following data:

1.Time: Select 12h or 24h. With 12h, select AM or PM. Enter the local time.

2.Date: Enter current date.

3.Units: Select metric (kg/cm) or imperial (lb/ft) units.

4.Weight: Enter your weight.

5.Height: Enter your height. In LB/FT format, first enter feet then inches.

6.Date of birth: Enter your date of birth.

7.Sex: Select Male or Female.

8.Settings OK? is displayed. To change your settings, press BACK until you return to the desired setting. To accept the settings, press OK and the training computer goes to the time mode.

Button Functions and Menu Structure

Button Functions

The training computer has five buttons that have different functionalities depending on the situation of use.

LIGHT		BACK		OK		UP		DOWN

•	Illuminate the	•	Pause training	•	Confirm	•	Move through	•	Move through
	display		recording by		selections		selection lists		selection lists
•	With a long		pressing BACK	•	Start a training	•	Adjust a	•	Adjust a
	press you can		once		session		selected value		selected value
	enter QUICK	•	Stop training	•	Take a lap	•	Change the	•	Switch between
	MENU to edit		recording by	•	With a long		watch face with		Time 1 and
	different		pressing BACK		press, lock your		long press		Time 2 with a
	settings in		twice		heart rate to the	•	With a long		long press in
	different	•	Exit the menu		current sport		press, zoom the		time mode
	modes. For	•	Return to		zone in Training		upmost row	•	With a long
	more		previous level		mode when		information in		press, zoom
	information, see	•	Leave settings		training without		Training mode		lowest row
	Quick menu		unchanged		preset target				information in
	(page 34).	•	Cancel		zones				Training mode
		•	Cancel
			selections
		•	With a long
			press, return to
			time mode from
			any mode

Menu Structure

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Contents Polar RCX5 Contents Applications English Index Introduction Polar RCX5 Training Computer Parts Optional AccessoriesTraining Computer Parts English Basic Settings Getting StartedButton Functions and Menu Structure Button FunctionsSettings ProgramData Applications Fitness TestPrepare for Training Plan Your TrainingCalibrate the Polar s3+ Stride Sensor 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 Use Polar Endurance Training Program Use RCX5 in Multisport TrainingTrain With Race Pace Button Functions During TrainingRecord a Lap Lock a ZoneZoom the Training View Display HeartTouchNight Mode Information on the display Symbol ExplanationPersonalize the Training Computer Display View Quick MenuDistance FarReminder FarPause/ Stop Training Recording After Training Analyze Training ResultsSingle Sport Training Files RunningCycling LapsAutomatic laps Multisport Training FileWeek Summaries Reset Week Summaries Reset TripReset Totals 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. SetGeneral Settings Maximum Heart Rate HRmaxOwnIndex Recording Rate 15s 60sMin Quick menu Watch SettingsConnection Settings Option is only available when s3+ stride sensor is in use Applications Polar Fitness TestBefore the Test Performing the TestAfter the Test Age / Years Very low Low Fair Moderate Good Very good EliteHow to Use Race Pace Polar Race PaceLatest results Delete OwnIndex ValueEnglish Pairing a New Transmitter With Training Computer Using a NEW TransmitterUsing a New Transmitter Using a NEW Accessory Pairing a New Speed Sensor With Training ComputerPairing a New Cadence Sensor With Training Computer Pairing a New GPS Sensor With Training ComputerPairing a New Stride Sensor With Training Computer Background Information Polar Sport ZonesTarget zone 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 Service Important InformationCaring for Your Product Changing BatteriesPrior to changing the battery, please note the following Change Batteries YourselfBattery Lifetime in RCX5 PrecautionsMinimizing Risks When Training Interference During TrainingTraining computer limit values Technical SpecificationsTraining computer Frequently Asked Questions Do not know where I am in the menu?Transmitter Water resistanceLimited International Polar Guarantee ZoneOptimizer determination fails?Receipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase Disclaimer Index

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