Polar RCX3 user manual Quick menu, Time Mode, Pre-training mode, Training Mode

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•Time: Select Time 1, Time 2or Time in use

•Date: Set date, Date format and Date separator

•Week' starting day: Select Monday, Saturday or Sunday

•Watch face: Select Time only, Time and logo Time and event (visible if you have set an event in the www.polarpersonaltrainer.com web service and transfered the data to your training computer with the DataLink data transfer unit and WebSync software).

Quick menu

Some settings can be modified with a shortcut button. You can enter Quick menu by pressing and holding LIGHT from Time mode, Pre-training mode or Training mode. Depending on which mode you enter the Quick menu from, you will find different functions to modify.

Time Mode

In time mode press and hold LIGHT to enter Quick menu .

•Select Lock buttons and press OK. To unlock buttons press and hold LIGHT again.

•Select alarm repetition Alarm > Off, Once, Monday to Friday or Every day.

•Select Time in use > Time 1 or Time 2.

Pre-training mode

Press OK in time mode to enter pre-training mode. In pre-training mode press and hold LIGHT to enter Quick menu .

•Edit current sport profile settings. For more information, see Sport Profile Settings (page 27).

•Edit heart rate settings. For more information, see Heart Rate Settings (page 29).

Training Mode

In training mode press and hold LIGHT to enter Quick menu .

•Select Lock buttons and press OK. To unlock buttons press and hold LIGHT again. Buttons unlocked is displayed.

•Select Search sensor and the training computer starts searching for the missing sensor.

This selection is only available if connection to any of the sensors has been lost.

•Select Calibrate stride sensor to calibrate s3+ stride sensor.

The option is only available when s3+ stride sensor is in use.

•Select Training sounds and set training sounds Off, Soft, Loud or Very loud

•Select Set automatic lap off or On.

This selection is only available if speed information is available i.e. optional CS speed sensor, s3+ stride sensor or G5/G3 GPS sensor has been set on for the sport profile.

•Select GPS info to view your location coordinates and number of satellites visible. The optional GPS sensor required.

•Select Show zone limits if you want to see the sport zone heart rate limits.

This selection is only available if heart rate sensor is set on.

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Contents Polar RCX3 Contents Before the Test Performing the Test After the Test Training ModeIntroduction Key Features and BenefitsWith Polar WebSync software* you can Complete Training SystemTraining Computer Parts Training SoftwareAvailable Accessories Button Functions Basic SettingsGetting Started Button Functions and Menu StructureFitness Test SettingsPress and hold Menu Structure DataConnect Calibration by Running Wizard Prepare for TrainingSport Profiles Calibrate the Polar s3+ Stride SensorSet correct distance Set correct lap distanceWear the Heart Rate Sensor TrainingStart Training How does Polar ZoneOptimizer work? Train with Polar ZoneOptimizerStart Training Session with Polar ZoneOptimizer Heart rate sensor S3+ stride sensor G5/G3 GPS sensor Training ViewsCalories ZonePointer Time of day Time at Zone Duration Duration Symbols on the display Explanation CadenceCalories DistanceRecord a Lap Button Functions During TrainingView Quick Menu Night ModePause / Stop Training Recording Lock a Sport ZoneAnalyze Training Results After TrainingVisible if s3+ stride sensor in use Feedback Training benefit Training BenefitWeek Summaries Totals Since Reset Week SummariesDelete Files Reset Totals Data Transfer How to set up your computer for data transmissionHow to connect your training computer Connection settings in your training computerCycling Settings SettingsSport Profile Settings Running SettingsMethod Bike SettingsUser Information Settings Heart Rate SettingsOther Sport Settings OwnIndex General SettingsWatch Settings Maximum Heart Rate HRmaxQuick menu Time ModePre-training mode Training ModeWear the heart rate sensor Polar Fitness TestBefore the Test Performing the TestWomen Update to VO2max?After the Test Fitness Level Classes MenDelete OwnIndex Value Ownindex resultsAnalyzing OwnIndex Results with Software Using a New Heart Rate Sensor Using a NEW Heart Rate SensorPairing a New Heart Rate Sensor with the Training Computer Pairing a New Speed Sensor with the Training Computer Using a NEW AccessoryPairing a New Cadence Sensor with the Training Computer Pairing a New Stride Sensor with the Training Computer Pairing a New GPS Sensor with the Training ComputerHRmax, bpm Background InformationPolar Sport Zones Intensity %Polar ZoneOptimizer Heart Rate VariabilityZoneOptimizer measurement Benefits of the ZoneOptimizer featureRunning Cadence and Stride Length Maximum Heart RateDetermining Maximum Heart Rate Example Polar Running IndexShort-term analysis Long-term analysis Very good ExcellentPolar Training Load Feature Changing Batteries ServiceImportant Information Caring for Your ProductChange Batteries Yourself Prior to changing the battery, please note the followingChanging Training Computer Battery Changing Heart Rate Sensor BatteryMinimizing Risks When Training Power Save ModeBattery Lifetime in RCX3 PrecautionsTraining computer Technical SpecificationsTraining computer limit values There are no reactions to any buttons? Frequently Asked QuestionsDo not know where I am in the menu? Water resistanceZoneOptimizer determination fails? Limited International Polar GuaranteeReceipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase Disclaimer FI-90440 Kempele Index