Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RS300X Polar
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Polar RS300X ™ User Manual.
Contents 1 . G E T S T A R T E D................................ 4 Get to Know Y our Polar RS300X. . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Wrist Unit Buttons and Menu Structure . . . . 5 Start With Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Symbols on the Display .
Guarantee and Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 ENGLISH.
1. GET ST ARTED Get to Know Y our Polar RS300X The Polar RS300X training computer displays and records your heart rate and other data during training. The Polar W earLink ® + transmitter transmits the heart rate signal to the training computer . The transmitter consists of a connector and strap.
Wrist Unit Buttons and Menu Structure UP: Enter the menu and move through selection lists, adjust values DOWN: Enter the menu and move through selection lists, adjust values RED button: Confirm select.
Start With Basic Settings T o activate your Polar RS300X, press any button for one second. Once RS300X is activated, it cannot be switched off. 1. Press the RED button to access the Language menu. Select English , Deutsch , Español or Fr ançais with UP / DOWN and confirm with the RED button.
Symbols on the Display Symbol Description The training computer battery level is low . The alarm is active. T ime 2 is in use. The key lock is active. Current speed/pace.
2. BEFORE TRAINING Polar Fitness T est T o train right and to monitor your progress, it is important to know your current fitness level. The Polar Fitness T est™ is an easy and quick way to measure your cardiovascular fitness and aerobic capacity . The test is performed at rest.
Perform Polar Fitness T est 1. W ear the transmitter , lie down and relax for 1-3 minutes. 2. In T ime view, select UP / DOWN > Test > Start . The fitness test begins as soon as the RS300X locates your heart rate. So, make sure you are relaxed and ready to take the test when you press Start .
Interpret Y our Fitness T est Results Interpret the OwnIndex values by comparing your individual values and changes in them over time. OwnIndex can also be interpreted based on gender and age. Locate your OwnIndex in the table on the right, and see how it compares to others of the same gender and age.
Follow Fitness T est Results Fitness test results contain 16 of your latest OwnIndex values, including the dates. On average, it takes six weeks of regular training to improve your aerobic fitness noticeably . T o improve your aerobic fitness most efficiently , you need to train large muscle groups.
OwnZone Limits Y our training computer can determine your individual aerobic heart rate zone automatically . This feature is called Polar OwnZone ® (OZ). Starting every training session with the OwnZone guarantees safe and effective heart rate zones for your daily condition.
3. TRAINING Wear the T ransmitter Before recording a training session, wear the transmitter . 1. W et the electrode areas of the strap well under running water . 2. Attach the connector to the strap. Adjust the strap length to fit it tightly but comfortably .
Wear the Polar S1 foot pod* • The S1 foot pod has to be activated from the training computer before it can be used: UP / DOWN > Settings > Fe atures > S sensor > Footpod . • Install a battery before using the foot pod for the first time.
Attaching the S1 Foot Pod to Y our Shoe T o measure speed/pace and distance accurately , make sure the foot pod is correctly positioned. 1. Detach the foot pod from the fork. 2. Loosen your shoelaces and place the fork underneath them, on top of the tongue of your shoe.
Wear the Polar G1 GPS Sensor* • The GPS sensor has to be activated from the training computer before it can be used: UP / DOWN > Settings > Fe atures > S sensor > GPS . • Install a battery before using the GPS sensor for the first time.
Start T raining 1. W ear the training computer , the transmitter , and additionally either foot pod or GPS sensor . 2. In T ime view, press the RED button and select Start to start recording your training session or select Settings to modify sounds, heart rate view or other exercise settings before starting.
During T raining The following information is displayed during training. Press UP/DOWN to change the view . Y ou can adjust the display options by selecting BACK > Settings > Display . The name of the display appears for a few seconds. The name indicates the lower row information.
P ace/Speed (available only with foot pod or GPS sensor) Stopwatch Distance Speed/pace (depending on the selected speed view) Distance (available only with foot pod or GPS sensor) Zone number and coun.
Quick menu : T o access the quick menu during training, press and hold LIGHT. The quick menu is a short cut to locking buttons, adjusting training sounds and other settings. -Touch : Check selected information during training by bringing the training computer close to the transmitter connector .
Stop T raining 1. Press BACK to pause training recording. 2. Press BACK again or select Exit from the Stop menu to stop recording altogether . Detach the transmitter connector from the strap and rinse the strap under running water after every use. W ash the strap regularly in a washing machine at 40°C/104°F after every fifth use.
4. AFTER TRAINING Summary After training session is paused, a summary of training information can be viewed by selecting Summary from the Stop menu . More detailed training information can be found under UP/DOWN > File . See Review T raining Data. Scroll UP/DOWN for the following information.
Review T raining Data Select UP/DOWN > File to review training information in Exe rcise Log , Weekly and Totals . Exercise Log Exe rcise log 16 of your latest training sessions are shown as bars on the display . You can compare the duration of your training sessions and see overall trends.
If OK appears above the RED button, even more detailed information is available. Basic information T raining session type Date T ime Duration Sport zones Relative durations in sport zones Lap informat.
W eekly In the Weekly log you can view accumulated data of your training sessions for previous weeks. Y ou can toggle between the weeks with UP/DOWN. The bar on the right is entitled This Week and shows training summary for the current week. The other bars (named after the Sunday of the week in question) display the summaries for the past 15 weeks.
T otals Totals includes cumulative values of information recorded during your training sessions. T otal values can be used as a seasonal (or monthly) counter of your training values.
T ransfer Data Y ou can transfer your training data from RS300X to your diary in polarpersonaltrainer .com once you register for the service. A Polar FlowLink™ (can be purchased separately) and WebSync software are required for data transfer . Download the WebSync software from polarpersonaltrainer .
5. SETTINGS Watch Settings Select the value you want to change and press the RED button. Adjust the values with UP/DOWN and accept with the RED button. Access watch settings by selecting UP/DOWN > Settings > Watch . T ime and Date Settings Set the local time ( Time 1 ) and a time difference to it ( Time 2 ).
Alarm Select Alarm from the Watch settings menu. Set the alarm to go on Once , from Monday to Friday , Daily , or turn it Off . Press BACK to stop the alarm or the RED button to snooze for 10 minutes. The alarm cannot be used during training. Exercise Settings Access exercise settings by selecting UP/DOWN > Settings > Exe rcise .
All options, excluding Free , have the following settings: • Se lect : Select the option as your exercise setting. • View : View the details of the exercise setting.
Feature Settings Access feature settings by selecting UP/DOWN > Settings > Fe atures . • S sensor : Select which speed sensor you wish to use. Options are Footpod , GPS and Off . • Footp.calibr. : • Run : Calibrate the foot pod by running.
• HR view : Set how the heart rate is displayed. Options are HR and HR% (percentage of maximum heart rate). • Sport zones : Set the lower limits for 5 sport zones. User Settings Access user settings by selecting UP/DOWN > Settings > Use r . • Weight : Enter your weight.
• Mode r ate : 1-3 hours a week. Y ou participate regularly in recreational sports. For instance, you run 5-10 km or 3-6 miles per week or spend 1-3 hours per week in comparable physical activity , or your work requires modest physical activity . • High : 3-5 hours a week.
General Settings Access general settings by selecting UP/DOWN > Settings > Gene r al . • Sound : Set the Volume level ( Vol 2 , Vol 1 or Off ) and TZ Alarm (target zone alarm: On or Off ). • Keylock : Select Manual or Automatic . For Automatic , the keylock activates when you have not pressed the buttons in one minute.
6. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Caring for Y our Polar RS300X Like any electronic device, the Polar training computer should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill guarantee obligations and enjoy this product for many years to come.
Service During the two-year guarantee/warranty period we recommend that you have service done by an authorized Polar Service Center only . The warranty does not cover damage or consequential damage caused by service not authorized by Polar Electro. For contact information and all Polar Service Center addresses, visit www .
Changing Batteries T raining Computer We recommend that you have the training computer battery replaced by an authorized Polar Service Center . They test your Polar training computer for water resistance after battery replacement. • The low battery indicator is displayed when 10–15% of the battery capacity is left.
1. Using a coin, open the battery cover by turning it counterclockwise to OPEN. 2. Insert the battery (CR2025) inside the cover with the positive (+) side against the cover . Make sure the sealing ring is in the groove to ensure water resistance. 3. Press the cover back into the connector .
Precautions The Polar training computer shows your performance indicators. It indicates the level of physiological strain and intensity during your training session. No other use is intended or implied. Minimizing Risks When T raining T raining may include some risk.
T raining equipment with electronic components may cause interfering stray signals. T o tackle these problems, try the following: 1. Remove the transmitter from your chest and use the training equipment as you would normally .
T roubleshooting If you don't know where you are in the menu , press and hold BACK until time is displayed. If there are no reactions to any buttons or the training computer displays unusual readings, reset the training computer by pressing four buttons ( UP , DOWN , BACK and LIGHT ) simultaneously for four seconds.
T echnical Specifications T raining Computer Battery type CR 2032 Battery life Average 1 year (1 h/day , 7 days/week training) Operating temperature -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F Wrist strap .
The Polar RS300X training computer applies the following patented technologies, among others: • OwnZone ® assessment for determining personal target heart rate limits for the day • OwnCode ® cod.
Guarantee and Disclaimer Limited International Polar Guarantee • This guarantee does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights under applicable national or state laws in force, or the consumer’s rights against the dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract.
The names and logos in this user manual or in the package of this product are trademarks of Polar Electro Oy . The names and logos marked with a ® symbol in this user manual or in the package of this product are registered trademarks of Polar Electro Oy .
Disclaimer • The material in this manual is for informational purposes only . The products it describes are subject to change without prior notice, due to the manufacturer’s continuous development program.
Manufactured by Polar Electro Oy Professorintie 5 FIN-90440 KEMPELE Tel +358 8 5202 100 Fax +358 8 5202 300 www.polar.fi.
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