Polar S510 user manual Update OwnIndex and HRmax-p, Fitness classes, Interrupt the test

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Interrupt the test

You can stop the test any time during the test by pressing the stop button. Failed TEST is displayed for a few seconds.

The latest OwnIndex and HRmax-p are not replaced.

If the wrist receiver does not succeed in receiving your heart rate at the beginning or during the test, the test will fail. Check that the transmitter electrodes are wet and the elastic strap is snug enough.

Update OwnIndex and HRmax-p

You can update your OwnIndex and HRmax-p values to the Options mode/ User information. When you update these values regularly, the reading in percentages of your maximum heart rate and calorie calculation give more accurate individual information.

1.In the Time of day display scroll up or down until FIT. TEST is displayed.

2.Press OK to enter the Fitness Test mode.

3.Scroll up or down until Update USER SET is displayed. This display appears if you have not updated your latest test results.

4.Press OK to update the OwnIndex and HRmax-p values.

5.To return to the Time of day display, press and hold the stop button.

Your maximum heart rate value is updated if the HRmax-p is on.

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Fitness classes

The Polar Fitness Test result, your OwnIndex, is most meaningful when comparing your individual values and changes in them. OwnIndex can also be interpreted according to your gender and age. Locate your OwnIndex on the table to find out your current cardiovascular fitness classification, compared with those who are of the same age and gender.

 

Age

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

 

(years)

(very

(poor)

(fair)

(average)

(good)

(very

(excellent)

MEN

 

poor)

 

 

 

 

good)

 

20-24

< 32

32-37

38-43

44-50

51-56

57-62

>62

25-29

< 31

31-35

36-42

43-48

49-53

54-59

>59

 

 

30-34

< 29

29-34

35-40

41-45

46-51

52-56

>56

 

35-39

< 28

28-32

33-38

39-43

44-48

49-54

>54

 

40-44

< 26

26-31

32-35

36-41

42-46

47-51

>51

 

45-49

< 25

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-43

44-48

>48

 

50-54

< 24

24-27

28-32

33-36

37-41

42-46

>46

 

55-59

< 22

22-26

27-30

31-34

35-39

40-43

>43

WOMEN

60-65

< 21

21-24

25-28

29-32

33-36

37-40

>40

45-49

< 21

21-23

24-27

28-31

32-35

36-38

>38

 

20-24

< 27

27-31

32-36

37-41

42-46

47-51

>51

 

25-29

< 26

26-30

31-35

36-40

41-44

45-49

>49

 

30-34

< 25

25-29

30-33

34-37

38-42

43-46

>46

 

35-39

< 24

24-27

28-31

32-35

36-40

41-44

>44

 

40-44

< 22

22-25

26-29

30-33

34-37

38-41

>41

 

50-54

< 19

19-22

23-25

26-29

30-32

33-36

>36

 

55-59

< 18

18-20

21-23

24-27

28-30

31-33

>33

 

60-65

< 16

16-18

19-21

22-24

25-27

28-30

>30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The classification is based on literature review (Shvartz & Reibold 1990) of 62 studies where VO2max was measured directly in healthy adult subjects in the USA, Canada and 7 European countries. Reference: Shvartz E, Reibold RC: Aerobic fitness norms for males and females aged 6 to 75 years: a review. Aviat Space Environ Med; 61:3-11, 1990.

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Contents Down Signal/Light StopOwnIndex to reliably predict your VO2max Manual S510 GBR C.pm6 2001 Contents Connection to computer Getting GoingPolar Fitness Test Heart rate monitor parts and their functionsUseful tips ResetButtons and their functions Installing the Polar Bike Mount How to prepare the wrist receiverInstalling the Polar Speed Sensor Easy startHow to start measuring your heart rate How to put the transmitter onAfter exercising How to stop measuring your heart rateModes and their functions File Options HOW to Enter Settings Units User information settingsDate of birth Birthday SexMaximum heart rate value HRmax Exercise settingsMaximal oxygen uptake value VO2max Selecting exercise type BasicUse E0BasicSet Setting exercise setsInterval Training Set Setting heart rate limits Setting timersSetting interval type Turning heart rate limits on/offSetting recovery calculation Setting the number of intervalsOwnCal calorie counter on/off Turning functions on/offNaming exercise sets Predicted maximum heart rate on/off HRmax-p Bicycle feature settingsFitness test on/off Method Adjusting the wheel size WheelNaming Bike 1 and Bike Cadence* on/off CadenceAutostart on/off AutoStrt Turning activity/button sound on/off Monitor settingsSelecting measuring units Turning Help on/offSetting time of day Watch settingsSetting alarm Setting dateExercise Setting tipsMeasure mode BasicUse Autostart for recording a cycling exercise Exercise recording modePausing the exercise Turning the heart rate zone alarm on/offIlluminating the display Swapping the heart rate limitsSwapping the displayed exercise information Resetting the stopwatch to zeroSelect the middle row information Select the upper row informationExercising with Interval Training Set Int On, E1-E5 Warm-up phaseStarting an exercise set Interval session Interval phaseRecovery calculation Cool-down phase Recovery durationStarting the timers Exercising with BasicSet Int OFF, E1-E5Tips during the exercise Stopping the exerciseHOW to Recall Training Information Exercise time Exe. Time Recovery information of BasicSet exercise RecoExercise distance Exe. Dist Speed information Spd. Avg/ MaxCalorie expenditure KCal Cadence information* Cad. Avg/ MaxCumulative calorie count Tot. KCal Cumulative exercise time count Tot. TimeBest Lap Lap information LapsConnection to Computer Resetting your cumulative counts to zeroDownloading Training Data to Computer LapsUploading Settings from Computer OwnIndex Polar Fitness TestPredicted maximum heart rate HRmax-p Turn the fitness test sound signal on/off Fitness test settingsCarrying out the test Start the testInterrupt the test Update OwnIndex and HRmax-pFitness classes Taking care of your Polar heart rate monitor Care MaintenanceService Battery Replacement for Polar Speed SensorBatteries Polar T61 transmitter Polar S510 wrist receiverUsing the Polar S510 in a water environment PrecautionsPolar heart rate monitor and interference Electromagnetic interferenceIf you are allergic to any substance that comes into contact Frequently Asked Questions Heart rate reading becomes erratic or extremely high? Battery of the wrist receiver must be replaced?Display is blank or fading? There are no reactions to any buttons?Elastic strap Technical SpecificationsPolar transmitter Wrist receiver Default SettingsSpeed sensor Limit ValuesDisclaimer Limited Polar WarrantyCoded heart rate transmission Maximal oxygen uptake maximal aerobic power, VO2maxPolar Glossary Display texts Display symbolsRecoHr, heart-rate-based InZone/ Above/ Below IndicateRecoDist, distance-based Download training data IndexRoad Map
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The Polar S510 is a cutting-edge smartwatch designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts who require advanced features to track and enhance their performance. With an elegant design and a rugged build, this device is tailored for those who push their limits in various sports and outdoor activities.

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