Polar Power Save Mode, Battery Lifetime in RCX3, Precautions, Interference During Training

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Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with wrong type.

Power Save Mode

The power save mode is enabled by default.

During the night, in between the hours 24:00 - 06:00 / 12:00am - 06:00am, the training computer display will be switched off automatically. During this time the AutoSync function is not enabled. To exit the power save mode, press any button. After five minutes, the display returns to power save mode.

The power save mode will not be enabled during training session recording.

The time period during which the power save mode is enabled, can be modified in the WebSync software, to better suit your training schedule. For more information, see WebSync Help.

Battery Lifetime in RCX3

The battery lifetime for the RCX3 training computer is on average 7-8 months and depends on which features and sensors you use. The suggestions below will help you to lengthen the battery lifetime.

To get the 8 months lifetime for the battery, take the following settings into use in your training computer:

Set the AutoSync off in MENU > Connect > AutoSync > Off.

Set the GPS sensor off in MENU > Settings > Sport profiles, when you do not need speed, distance or location data.

Precautions

The Polar training computer shows your performance indicators. It indicates the level of physiological strain and intensity during your exercise. It measures heart rate, speed and distance when cycling with a Polar CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. It also measures speed and distance when running with a Polar s3+ stride sensor or with a Polar G5 GPS sensor / Polar G3 GPS sensor W.I.N.D.. The Polar CS cadence sensor W.I.N.D. is designed to measure cadence when cycling. No other use is intended or implied.

The Polar training computer should not be used for obtaining environmental measurements that require professional or industrial precision.

Interference During Training

Electromagnetic Interference and Training Equipment

Disturbance may occur near electrical devices. Also WLAN base stations may cause interference when training with the training computer. To avoid erratic reading or misbehavior, move away from possible sources of disturbance.

Training equipment with electronic or electrical components such as LED displays, motors and electrical brakes may cause interfering stray signals. To solve these problems, try the following:

1.Remove the heart rate sensor strap from your chest and use the training equipment as you would normally.

2.Move the training computer around until you find an area in which it displays no stray reading or does not flash the heart symbol. Interference is often worst directly in front of the display panel of the equipment, while the left or right side of the display is relatively free of disturbance.

3.Put the heart rate sensor strap back on your chest and keep the training computer in this interference-free area as much as possible.

If the training computer still does not work with the training equipment, it may be electrically too noisy for wireless heart rate measurement.

For further information, see www.polar.fi/support.

Minimizing Risks When Training

Training may include some risk. Before beginning a regular training program, it is recommended that you

Important Information

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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 distanceStart Training TrainingWear the Heart Rate Sensor 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 Delete Files Reset Week SummariesTotals Since 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 SettingsOther Sport Settings Heart Rate SettingsUser Information 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 MenAnalyzing OwnIndex Results with Software Ownindex resultsDelete OwnIndex Value Pairing a New Heart Rate Sensor with the Training Computer Using a NEW Heart Rate SensorUsing a New Heart Rate Sensor Pairing a New Cadence Sensor with the Training Computer Using a NEW AccessoryPairing a New Speed 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 featureDetermining Maximum Heart Rate Maximum Heart RateRunning Cadence and Stride Length Short-term analysis Polar Running IndexExample Long-term analysis Very good Excellent Polar 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 resistanceReceipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase Limited International Polar GuaranteeZoneOptimizer determination fails? Disclaimer FI-90440 Kempele Index