Frequently Asked Questions - Polar Electro RCX5 User Manual

Transmitter
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Battery life of WearLink + Hybrid transmitter:
Battery type:
Battery sealing ring:
Operating temperature:
Connector material:
Strap material:
Water resistance:
The Polar RCX5 training computer applies the following patented technologies, among others:
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• OwnIndex technology for fitness test.
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• OwnCal personal calorie calculation.
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• OwnZone assessment for determining personal target heart rate limits for the day.
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• OwnCode technology for wireless data transmission.
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• WearLink technology for heart rate measurement.
Polar WebSync Software and Polar DataLink™
System Requirements:
Water resistance
Water resistance of Polar products is tested according to International IEC 60529 IPX7 (1m, 30min,
20ºC). Products are divided into four different categories according to water resistance. Check the back of
your Polar product for the water resistance category and compare it to the chart below. Please note that
these definitions do not necessarily apply to products of other manufacturers.
Marking on case back
Water resistant IPX7
Water resistant
Water resistant 30 m/50 m
Water resistant 100 m

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if...
...the battery symbol and
The low battery indicator is usually the first sign of an expired battery. However, in cold conditions the low
battery indicator may appear. The indicator will disappear as soon as the temperature rises enough. When
the symbol appears, the training computer sounds and backlight are automatically deactivated. For further
information on changing the battery, see Important Information (page 51).
...I do not know where I am in the menu?
Press and hold BACK until the time of day is displayed.
...there are no reactions to any buttons?
600 hours of use
CR2025
O-ring 20.0 x 1.0, material silicone
-10 °C to +40 °C / 14 °F to 104 °F
Polyamide
Polyurethane/Polyamide/Polyester/Elastane/Nylon
30 m (Suitable for bathing and swimming)
Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 or Intel Mac OS X 10.5 or
newer
Internet connection
Free USB port for DataLink
is displayed?
Low battery
Water resistant characteristics
Not suitable for bathing or swimming. Protected
against wash splashes and raindrops. Do not wash
with a pressure washer.
Not suitable for swimming. Protected against wash
splashes, sweat, raindrops etc. Do not wash with a
pressure washer.
Suitable for bathing and swimming
Suitable for swimming and snorkeling (without air
tanks)
Important Information
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