Polar RCX3 user manual Introduction, Key Features and Benefits

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1. INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on the purchase of your Polar RCX3™ training computer! The RCX3 training computer offers you a complete system to guide you in your training.

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

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

Key Features and Benefits

The Sport Profile feature helps you start your training session with ease. The RCX3 provides four sport profiles; one for running, two for cycling and one for other sports.

The Polar Sport Zones feature helps your to train at the right intesity. You can lock your target sport zone for a training session. When your heart rate goes below or above the target sport zone, the RCX3 gives a visual and audible alarm.

By using the ZoneOptimizer feature at the beginning of every training session you can make sure you train at the right intensity. The ZoneOptimizer adjusts the Sport Zones depending on your physiological state at that exact moment.

The Training Benefit feature helps you better understand the benefits of your training by giving textual feedback of your performance.

The Training load feature in polarpersonaltrainer.com tells you conveniently at a glance on the calendar view how hard the training session was and when you will have recovered enough for the next session. Continuous monitoring of training load and recovery will help you recognize your personal limits, avoid over or under training, and adapt your training program according to daily and weekly targets.

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Contents Polar RCX3 Contents Training Mode Before the Test Performing the Test After the TestKey Features and Benefits IntroductionComplete Training System Training Computer PartsTraining Software With Polar WebSync software* you canAvailable Accessories Basic Settings Getting StartedButton Functions and Menu Structure Button FunctionsSettings Press and holdMenu Structure Data Fitness TestConnect Prepare for Training Sport ProfilesCalibrate the Polar s3+ Stride Sensor Calibration by Running WizardSet correct lap distance Set correct distanceWear the Heart Rate Sensor TrainingStart Training Train with Polar ZoneOptimizer How does Polar ZoneOptimizer work?Start Training Session with Polar ZoneOptimizer Training Views Heart rate sensor S3+ stride sensor G5/G3 GPS sensorCalories ZonePointer Time of day Time at Zone Duration Symbols on the display Explanation Cadence CaloriesDistance DurationButton Functions During Training Record a LapNight Mode Pause / Stop Training RecordingLock a Sport Zone View Quick MenuAfter Training Analyze Training ResultsVisible if s3+ stride sensor in use Training Benefit Feedback Training benefitWeek Summaries Totals Since Reset Week SummariesDelete Files Reset Totals How to set up your computer for data transmission How to connect your training computerConnection settings in your training computer Data TransferSettings Sport Profile SettingsRunning Settings Cycling SettingsBike Settings MethodUser Information Settings Heart Rate SettingsOther Sport Settings General Settings Watch SettingsMaximum Heart Rate HRmax OwnIndexTime Mode Pre-training modeTraining Mode Quick menuPolar 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 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 GPS Sensor with the Training Computer Pairing a New Stride Sensor with the Training ComputerBackground Information Polar Sport ZonesIntensity % HRmax, bpmHeart Rate Variability Polar ZoneOptimizerBenefits of the ZoneOptimizer feature ZoneOptimizer measurementRunning Cadence and Stride Length Maximum Heart RateDetermining Maximum Heart Rate Example Polar Running IndexShort-term analysis Very good Excellent Long-term analysisPolar Training Load Feature Service Important InformationCaring for Your Product Changing BatteriesPrior to changing the battery, please note the following Changing Training Computer BatteryChanging Heart Rate Sensor Battery Change Batteries YourselfPower Save Mode Battery Lifetime in RCX3Precautions Minimizing Risks When TrainingTechnical Specifications Training computerTraining computer limit values Frequently Asked Questions Do not know where I am in the menu?Water resistance There are no reactions to any buttons?ZoneOptimizer determination fails? Limited International Polar GuaranteeReceipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase Disclaimer FI-90440 Kempele Index