Polar RC3 GPS user manual Introduction, Key Features and Benefits

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1. INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on the purchase of your Polar RC3 GPS™ training computer! The training computer offers you an all-in-one system to guide you in your training.

This user manual includes complete instructions to help you get the most out of your training computer.

The latest version of this user manual can be downloaded at www.polar.com/support [http://www.polar.com/support]. For video tutorials, go to http://www.polar.com/en/polar_community/videos.

Key Features and Benefits

Slim Integrated GPS: RC3 GPS is all you need for tracking your speed, distance and route. The slim and lightweight training computer has a built-in GPS and rechargeable battery.

Back to starting point: This feature guides your way back to the starting point of your trip.

Training Benefit: This feature helps you better understand the benefits of your training by giving instant, textual feedback on your performance.

Web Training Diary : Share your route and distance with others at polarpersonaltrainer.com.

Running Index: Monitor the efficiency of your run with this feature. Running index is calculated automatically after every run, based on heart rate and speed data.

Sport Profile: Start your training session with ease: the training computer provides five sport profiles; one for running, two for cycling and two for other sports.

Polar Sport Zones: To help you train at the right intensity, lock you target sport zone for a training session. When your heart rate goes below or above the target sport zone, the RC3 GPS gives a visual and audible alarm.

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Contents 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 holdFitness Test Battery operating time Training Computer BatteryCharging Your Training Computer Battery Status Indication Low battery notificationsCharge before training Basic Settings Setting UP the Training ComputerSport 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 ZoneBack to Starting Point Pause / Stop Training RecordingView Quick Menu Training Benefit After TrainingFeedback 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 ProgramsRunning Settings 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 WomenDelete OwnIndex Value Ownindex resultsAnalyzing 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 Stride Sensor with the Training Computer Pairing a New Cadence Sensor with the Training ComputerCalibrate the Polar s3+ Stride Sensor Set Calibration Factor Manually Calibration by Running WizardSet correct lap distance Set correct distance Polar Smart Coaching Polar Sport ZonesHeart Rate Variability Benefits of the ZoneOptimizer featurePolar ZoneOptimizer Measurement phases ZoneOptimizer measurementRunning Cadence and Stride Length Maximum Heart RateDetermining Maximum Heart Rate Example Polar Running IndexShort-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 ProductChange the Heart Rate Sensor Battery ServiceBatteries 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