Wear the Transmitter, Start Training | Polar RCX5 specs

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5. TRAINING

Wear the Transmitter

Wear the transmitter to measure heart rate.

1.Wet the electrode areas of the strap under running water. In demanding conditions, for instance during long-lasting events, we recommend using conductive electrode lotion or gel to improve contact. It is important to wash the transmitter carefully after using lotion or gel.

2.Attach the connector to the strap. Adjust the strap to fit tightly but comfortably.

3.Tie the strap around your chest, just below the chest muscles, and attach the hook to the other end of the strap.

4.Check that the wet electrode areas are firmly against your skin and that the Polar logo of the connector is in a central and upright position.

Detach the connector from the strap when you are not using it to maximize the transmitter battery lifetime. Sweat and moisture may keep the electrodes wet and the transmitter activated. This will reduce battery life.

See detailed washing instructions in Important Information (page 51).

For video tutorials, go to http://www.polar.fi/en/support/video_tutorials.

Start Training

Wear the transmitter and make sure you have set up an optional sensor* as instructed in the sensor's user manual. If you are using a speed, cadence, GPS or stride sensor for the first time, see Using a New Accessory (page 41). For sport profile settings see Sport Profile Settings (page 27). To use Polar ZoneOptimizer feature for your training session, see Train With Polar ZoneOptimizer (page 14).

1.Start your training session by pressing OK.

Training computer goes into pre-training mode and starts searching for the sensor signals (providing you have set the sensors on in sport profile settings).

If a sensor signal is not found, the display will show a triangle with an exclamation mark.

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Polar RCX5 user manual Wear the Transmitter, Start Training

Contents

Polar RCX5 Contents Applications English Index Introduction Training Computer Parts Optional AccessoriesPolar RCX5 Training Computer Parts English Getting Started Basic SettingsButton Functions and Menu Structure Button Functions Program SettingsData Applications Fitness Test Plan Your Training Prepare for TrainingCalibrate the Polar s3+ Stride Sensor Sport Profiles Set Calibration Factor Manually Calibration by Running Wizard Optional s3+ stride sensor required Wear the Transmitter TrainingStart Training Start Training Session with Polar ZoneOptimizer Train With Polar ZoneOptimizerChange sport during training session English Use RCX5 in Multisport Training Use Polar Endurance Training ProgramTrain With Race Pace Button Functions During Training Lock a Zone Record a LapZoom the Training View Display HeartTouch Information on the display Symbol Explanation Night ModePersonalize the Training Computer Display View Quick Menu Far Distance Far Reminder Pause/ Stop Training Recording Analyze Training Results After TrainingSingle Sport Training Files Running Laps Cycling Week Summaries Multisport Training FileAutomatic laps Reset Trip Reset Week SummariesReset Totals Totals Since Data Transfer How to set your PC for data transmissionTransfer Data Sport Profile Settings SettingsRunning Settings Bike Settings Cycling Settings Wheel size diameter inches Wheel size setting mm Swimming SettingsMethod Other Sport Settings Heart Rate Settings Rate limits Set lower limit Accept the value with OK. Set User Information Settings Maximum Heart Rate HRmax General SettingsOwnIndex Recording Rate 15s 60s Min Connection Settings Watch SettingsQuick menu Option is only available when s3+ stride sensor is in use Polar Fitness Test ApplicationsBefore the Test Performing the Test Age / Years Very low Low Fair Moderate Good Very good Elite After the Test Polar Race Pace How to Use Race PaceLatest results Delete OwnIndex Value English Using a New Transmitter Using a NEW TransmitterPairing a New Transmitter With Training Computer Pairing a New Speed Sensor With Training Computer Using a NEW AccessoryPairing a New Cadence Sensor With Training Computer Pairing a New GPS Sensor With Training Computer Pairing a New Stride Sensor With Training Computer Polar Sport Zones Background InformationTarget zone Example Training benefit Polar ZoneOptimizer Heart Rate Variability Measurement phases Benefits of the ZoneOptimizer featureZoneOptimizer measurement Running Cadence and Stride Length Maximum Heart RateDetermining Maximum Heart Rate Short-term analysis Polar Running Index Cooper test m Km hmmss 21.098 km 42.195 km Hmmss Running Index Performance LevelLong-term analysis Polar Endurance Training Program for Running and Cycling Polar Training Load FeatureSuitable Program Starting Level for Everybody Polar Training Articles Important Information ServiceCaring for Your Product Changing Batteries Change Batteries Yourself Prior to changing the battery, please note the following Precautions Battery Lifetime in RCX5Minimizing Risks When Training Interference During Training Training computer Technical SpecificationsTraining computer limit values Do not know where I am in the menu? Frequently Asked QuestionsTransmitter Water resistance ZoneOptimizer determination fails? Limited International Polar Guarantee Receipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase Disclaimer Index