CONTENTS Contents Polar OH1 User Manual Introduction Get connected to the Polar ecosystem and get the most out of your OH1 Setting up your OH1 Choose one option for setup Option A: Set up with your computer via FlowSync Option B: Mobile setup with Polar Flow app when you have a Polar wrist unit...
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Disclaimer Contents Polar OH1 User Manual Introduction Get connected to the Polar ecosystem and get the most out of your OH1 Setting up your OH1 Choose one option for setup Option A: Set up with your computer via FlowSync Option B: Mobile setup with Polar Flow app when you have a Polar wrist unit...
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Measuring heart rate with your OH1 Start a training session Start a training session as an independent training device Start a training session with a Polar wrist unit Start a training session with Polar Beat Polar Flow App Training data...
POLAR OH1 USER MANUAL This user manual helps you get started with your new OH1. For OH1 video tutorials and FAQs, go to support.polar.com/en/OH1. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your new Polar OH1! Polar OH1 is a compact optical heart rate sensor that measures heart rate from your arm or temple. It's versatile and offers a great option to heart rate chest straps and wrist-based heart rate devices.
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Polar Beat from the App Store or Google Play . Sync your OH1 with one of the apps after training, and get an instant overview and feedback of your training results and performance. Sync your training data to the...
Choose one option for setup A. Wired computer setup is quicker and you can charge your OH1 at the same time, but you need a computer available. This method requires an internet connection. B&C. Mobile setup is convenient if you don't have access to a computer with a USB port, but it might take longer.
2. Turn Bluetooth on, and open Beat app on your mobile device. 3. Turn OH1 on by pressing the button until the LED is switched on, find your sensor in the Beat app settings under HR sensor and tap Pair. Follow the on-screen instructions.
BUTTON FUNCTIONS Set power ON: Short button press Set training recording ON (Use as an Press button twice when OH1 is on independent training device): Set power OFF: Long button press LED GUIDE During charging Charging: Yellow LED blinks slowly Battery full: Green LED continuously on...
WEARING YOUR OH1 WHEN MEASURING HEART RATE FROM YOUR FOREARM OR UPPER ARM To measure heart rate accurately, you need to wear the OH1 snugly on your forearm or upper arm, not on your wrist. 1. Place the sensor into the armband holder with the lens facing up.
OH1 has already been paired with your mobile device. If you did the setup with a computer, and would like to use your OH1 with Polar Flow app you need to perform one training session with OH1 as an independent training device before it can be paired with Flow app.
UPDATING THE FIRMWARE You can update the firmware of your OH1 yourself to keep it up to date. You'll be notified via Flow when a new version is available. Firmware updates are performed to improve the functionality of your OH1. They can include improvements to existing features, completely new features or bug fixes.
The wireless firmware update may take up to 20 minutes, depending on your connection. WITH COMPUTER Whenever a new firmware version is available, FlowSync will notify you when you connect the OH1 to your computer. The firmware updates are downloaded via FlowSync.
MEASURING HEART RATE WITH YOUR OH1 To measure heart rate accurately you need to wear your OH1 snugly around your forearm or upper arm or with the swimming goggle strap holder on you temple. The sensor must be in constant touch with your skin, but the armband should not be too tight to prevent blood flow.
START A TRAINING SESSION WITH A POLAR WRIST UNIT Before starting, make sure the OH1 is paired with your Polar wrist unit. For details see "Pairing" on page 11 1. Switch OH1 on by pressing the button until the LED is switched on and release.
POLAR FLOW APP In the Polar Flow mobile app, you can see an instant visual interpretation of your training and activity data. You can also plan your training in the app. TRAINING DATA With the Polar Flow app, you can easily access the information of your past and planned training sessions and create new training targets.
To see a video, click on the following link: Polar Flow app | Sharing training results with a photo START USING THE FLOW APP You can set up your watch using a mobile device and the Flow app. To start using the Flow app, download it from the App Store or Google Play onto your mobile device. For support and more information about using the Polar Flow app, go to support.polar.com/en/support/Flow_ app.
OH1 with the Polar Flow web service by using a USB port and the FlowSync software. To be able to sync data between your OH1 and the Flow app you need to have a Polar account. If you want to sync data from your OH1 directly to the web service, in addition to a Polar account, you need the FlowSync software.
4. Completed is displayed when you are done. Every time you plug in your OH1 to your computer, the Polar FlowSync software will transfer your data to the Polar Flow web service and sync any settings you may have changed. If the syncing does not automatically start, start FlowSync from the desktop icon (Windows) or from the applications folder (Mac OS X).
(marked with "LPS", "Limited Power Supply" or "UL listed"). Before charging, make sure there’s no moisture, hair, dust or dirt on the OH1 or OH1 USB adapter connectors. Gently wipe off any dirt and blow off the dust. Do not use any sharp tools for cleaning to avoid scratching.
Keep the OH1 and OH1 USB adapter charging contacts clean to ensure smooth charging and syncing. Before charging, make sure there’s no moisture, hair, dust or dirt on the OH1 or OH1 USB adapter charging contacts. Gently wipe off any dirt and blow off any dust. Do not use any sharp tools for cleaning to avoid scratching.
The training device should not be used for obtaining environmental measurements that require professional or industrial precision. We recommend that once in a while you wash the device and the armband to avoid any skin problems from a dirty armband. INTERFERENCE DURING TRAINING Electromagnetic Interference and Training Equipment Disturbance may occur near electrical devices.
45 mAh Li-pol rechargeable battery Memory capacity: Up to 200 hours training Operating temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F OH1 sensor materials: ABS, ABS+GF, PMMA, SUS 316 (Stain- less steel) Armband materials: Black armband: 53% Nylon, 27% Elastane, 20% Polyester.
POLAR FLOW MOBILE APPLICATION COMPATIBILITY Check the latest compatibility information from support.polar.com. WATER RESISTANCE OF POLAR PRODUCTS Most Polar products can be worn when swimming. They are not, however, diving instruments. To maintain water resistance, do not press the buttons of the device under water. Polar devices with wrist-based heart rate measurement are suitable for swimming and bathing.
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