Polar RC3 GPS user manual Setting UP the Training Computer, Basic Settings, Sport Profile Settings

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4. SETTING UP THE TRAINING COMPUTER

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 START . Select language is displayed. You can select from

Dansk, Deutsch, English, Español, Français, Italiano, Nederlands, Norsk, Português, Suomi or Svenska and accept with START . Please enter basic settings is displayed. Press START 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 START and the training computer goes to the time mode.

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.

Sport Profile Settings

The Sport Profile feature helps you start your training session with ease. The training computer 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 training computer detects the needed sensors automatically.

The heart rate sensor is on by default in every sport. Due to this, the training computer will automatically start searching for the heart rate sensor signal once you press START in time view. If you bought a set which does not include a heart rate sensor, turn it off in MENU > Settings > Sport Profiles > Sport > Heart rate sensor > Off.

For more information on the sport profile settings, see Sport Profile Settings (page 29).

When you activate an optional sensor (s3+ stride sensor, CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. or CS cadence sensor W.I.N.D.) for the first time, it needs to be paired with the training computer. For more information on pairing a sensor with the training computer, see New Accessory (page 38).

12Setting Up the Training Computer

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Polar RC3 GPS Contents NEW Accessory Before the Test Performing the Test After the TestKey Features and Benefits IntroductionALL-IN-ONE Training System Training Computer PartsTraining Software With WebSync software you canAvailable Accessories Settings Button FunctionsMenu Structure Press and hold Fitness Test Training Computer Battery Battery operating timeCharging Your Training Computer Battery Status Indication Low battery notificationsCharge before training Setting UP the Training Computer Basic SettingsSport Profile Settings Training Wearing the Heart Rate SensorStarting a Training Session Start by pressing StartSelect the sport profile Do not move your arm during the search. Keep still Start recording the training sessionTrain with Polar ZoneOptimizer Start Training Session with Polar ZoneOptimizerTraining Views Heart rate sensor GPS function on S3+ stride sensorCalories ZonePointer Time of day Time in Zone Duration Symbols on the display / Explanation Cadence Symbols on the display / Explanation Calories DistanceDuration Heart rateNight Mode Button Functions During TrainingRecord a Lap Lock a Sport ZonePause / Stop Training Recording Back to Starting PointView Quick Menu After Training Training BenefitFeedback Training benefit Training Files Sport zonesSpeed sensor is in use Visible if the heart rate sensor is in useEnglish Training File Views Information Displayed Delete Files Reset Week Summaries Reset TotalsWeek Summaries Totals SinceHow to set up your computer for data transmission POLARPERSONALTRAINER.COMAnalyze Your Training Data Utilize Polar Endurance Training ProgramsSettings Running SettingsCycling Settings Bike Settings MethodHeart Rate Settings Other Sport SettingsUser Information Settings General SettingsMaximum Heart Rate HRmax OwnIndexWatch Settings Time ModePre-training mode Training ModeEnglish Polar Fitness Test Before the TestPerforming the Test Wear the heart rate sensorUpdate to VO2max? After the TestFitness Level Classes Men WomenOwnindex results Delete OwnIndex ValueAnalyzing OwnIndex Results with Software NEW Accessory Pairing a New Sensor with the Training ComputerPairing a New Heart Rate Sensor with the Training Computer Pairing a New Speed Sensor with the Training ComputerPairing a New Cadence Sensor with the Training Computer Pairing a New Stride Sensor with the Training ComputerCalibrate the Polar s3+ Stride Sensor Calibration by Running Wizard Set Calibration Factor ManuallySet correct lap distance Set correct distance Polar Smart Coaching Polar Sport ZonesBenefits of the ZoneOptimizer feature Heart Rate VariabilityPolar ZoneOptimizer Measurement phases ZoneOptimizer measurementMaximum Heart Rate Running Cadence and Stride LengthDetermining Maximum Heart Rate Polar Running Index ExampleShort-term analysis Men Cooper test m Km hmmss 21.098 km 42.195 km Hmmss Long-term analysisPolar Training Load Feature Polar Endurance Training Program for Running and CyclingSuitable Program Starting Level for Everybody Important Information Caring for Your ProductService Change the Heart Rate Sensor BatteryBatteries Precautions Changing Heart Rate Sensor BatteryInterference During Training Electromagnetic Interference and Training EquipmentTechnical Specifications Minimizing Risks When TrainingTraining computer limit values Frequently Asked Questions Question/Problem Answer/SolutionWater resistance On your wrist. Keep your wrist stationary and raisedGPS? Charge is critically low. The training computer Limited International Polar Guarantee Receipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchaseDisclaimer Index