Conrad Speedmaster User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Heart Rate Monitor
„Speedmaster“
Item No. 86 02 90
Version 04/09
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Table of contents
Page
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................... 4
2. Package contents ................................................................................................ 5
3. Intended use ......................................................................................................... 6
4. Explanation of symbols ........................................................................................ 6
5. Functions .............................................................................................................. 7
6. Safety instructions ............................................................................................... 9
7. Battery information ............................................................................................. 10
8. Inserting/replacing batteries .............................................................................. 11
a) Heart rate monitor ......................................................................................... 11
b) Chest strap .................................................................................................... 12
9. Attaching the chest strap ................................................................................... 13
10. Putting on the heart rate monitor ...................................................................... 15
11. Control elements of the heart rate monitor ...................................................... 16
12. "TIME" mode ...................................................................................................... 17
a) Selecting a function ...................................................................................... 17
b) Setting time, date and units .......................................................................... 17
c) Switching the time zone ............................................................................... 19
d) Setting the time for second time zone ......................................................... 20
e) Switching to alarm/wake-up function ........................................................... 20
f) Setting alarm/wake-up time ......................................................................... 20
g) Stopping the alarm/wake-up signal ............................................................. 22
h) Switching the alarm/wake-up function on/off .............................................. 22
i) Programming the countdown timer ............................................................. 22
j) Using the countdown timer .......................................................................... 23
13. "CHRONO" mode (stopwatch) .......................................................................... 24
a) Selecting a function ...................................................................................... 24
b) Using the stopwatch ..................................................................................... 24
c) View lap times ............................................................................................... 25
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14. "HRM" mode (heart rate monitor) ..................................................................... 26
a) Selecting a function ...................................................................................... 26
b) "TIMER" function (training time) .................................................................. 27
c) "MEMORY" function (measured data memory) .......................................... 28
d) "ZONE" function (training zone) .................................................................. 29
e) "CALORIE" function ...................................................................................... 33
f) "SPEED" function ......................................................................................... 34
g) "FITNESS LEVEL" function .......................................................................... 35
15. "PEDO" mode (pedometer) ............................................................................... 35
a) Selecting a function ...................................................................................... 35
b) "ZONE" function (calibration and speed alarm) ......................................... 37
c) "STEPS" function .......................................................................................... 40
d) "ODOMETER" function (total distance) ...................................................... 40
e) "HRM" function (heart rate monitor) ............................................................ 41
f) "TIMER" function (running time) .................................................................. 41
g) "DISTANCE" function ................................................................................... 41
h) "AVG SPEED" function (average speed) .................................................... 42
i) "MAX SPEED" function ................................................................................ 42
16. Maintenance and cleaning ................................................................................ 43
17. Handling ............................................................................................................. 44
18. Disposal .............................................................................................................. 45
a) General .......................................................................................................... 45
b) Batteries and rechargeable batteries .......................................................... 45
19. Trouble shooting ................................................................................................ 46
20. Specifications ..................................................................................................... 47
a) Heart rate monitor ......................................................................................... 47
b) Chest strap .................................................................................................... 47
21. Declaration of Conformity (DOC) ...................................................................... 47

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1. Introduction
Dear Customer,
We thank you for purchasing this product.
The product meets the requirements of the current national and European guidelines.
To maintain this status and to ensure risk-free operation, the user must comply with
these operating instructions!
Please read the operating instructions completely and observe the safety
and operating information before using the product.
Any company or product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights
reserved.
For technical enquiries, please contact:
Germany: Tel. no.: +49 9604 / 40 88 80
Fax. no.: +49 9604 / 40 88 48
E-mail: [email protected]
Mon. to Thur. 8.00am to 4.30pm
Fri. 8.00am to 2.00pm

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2. Package contents
• Heart rate monitor
• Chest strap
• Adjustable rubber strap
• Bicycle mount
• Two type CR2032 coin cell batteries (possibly already inserted)
• Operating instructions

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3. Intended use
This product monitors the heart rate (pulse). It features additional functions (e.g. digital
watch, stopwatch, alarm function, countdown timer, pedometer, etc.).
The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for incorrect displays,
measurements, weather forecasts or the resulting consequences.
The product is intended for private use only and is not suited for medical purposes or
public information.
The contents of this product are no toys. They consist of fragile and swallowable glass
parts, small parts, and batteries. The product must be kept out of the reach of children!
Any use other than that described above may damage the product. There are also
additional risks.
Read these operating instructions completely and carefully as they contain important
information as to installation, operation and handling.
4. Explanation of symbols
An exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important information in these
operating instructions that has to be strictly observed.
The hand symbol indicates special information and advice on the operation
of the device.

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5. Functions
Heart rate monitor
• Alarm signal when the current heart rate is above or below the set heart rate
• Training programmes for a certain heart rate zone
• Display of maximum/minimum heart rate, calculation of average
Calorie display
• Calorie consumption and burned fat
• BMI calculation
• Fitness level
Speedmaster functions
• Motion sensor for speed measurement
• Display of current speed
• Display of average and maximum speed
• Alarm signal when speed zone is left
• Odometer
• Pedometer
• Calibration of pedometer
Countdown timer
• 3 different modes
Stopwatch
• Memory for 30 laps
• Resolution 1/100 second

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Clock/calendar
• Two time zones
• Pre-programmed calendar
• Alarm function
• Hour signal
Other features
• EL backlight
• Casing of heart rate meter and chest strap splash-proof

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6. Safety instructions
The guarantee/warranty will be void if damage is incurred resulting
from non-compliance with these operating instructions. We assume no
liability for any consequential damage!
Nor do we assume liability for damage to property or personal injury
caused by improper use or failure to observe the safety instructions. In
such cases the warranty is voided!
• The unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the product is inadmissible for
safety and approval reasons (CE). Do not open or disassemble it (except to replace
the batteries as described in these instructions)! There are no parts inside the device
that need to be adjusted or serviced by you.
Maintenance, adjustments and repair work may only be carried out by a specialist/
specialised workshop.
• The heart rate monitor and the chest strap allow you to monitor the heart rate.
However, the product is no substitution for professional medical equipment or a
doctor.
• In case of health problems, the product may only be used after consulting a doctor.
The same applies to patients with cardiac pacemakers.
• The product is splash-proof. However, never immerse it in water! It is not intended to
be used in the shower, when bathing, swimming or diving.
• The product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children. It contains
small parts, glass (display) and batteries.
• Do not leave the packaging material lying around carelessly as it can become a
dangerous toy for children.
• Only operate the product in moderate climate, never in tropical climate.
• Handle the product with care. It can be damaged through impact, blows or when
dropped even from a low height.

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7. Battery information
• Batteries should be kept out of the reach of children.
• Observe the correct polarity when inserting the batteries (positive/+ and
negative/-).
• Do not leave batteries lying around openly. There is a risk of them being swallowed
by children or pets. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
• Leaking or damaged batteries may cause caustic burns if they come into contact with
skin. Therefore, you should use suitable protective gloves.
• Make sure that the batteries are not short-circuited, dismantled or thrown into fire.
There is danger of explosion!
• Do not recharge normal batteries. There is danger of explosion!
• If not used for a longer period (e.g. when stored for more than a year), remove the
inserted batteries.
Old batteries can leak and cause damage to the product; loss of guarantee/warranty!
• Read the chapter on "Disposal" for the environmentally friendly disposal of batteries.

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8. Inserting/replacing batteries
a) Heart rate monitor
The battery has already been inserted by the manufacturer. The battery
should only be replaced by a specialist!
If the display is blank upon delivery, press the buttons on the heart rate
monitor. The device might be in stand-by mode to save battery power.
• First take off the two parts of the wristband by pressing the two retaining pins together
using a suitable tool.
• Then remove the metal lid from the underside. Unscrew the screws.
• Insert a type CR2032 coin cell battery with the correct polarity. The positive terminal
("+") must point outwards towards you.
• Put the battery compartment lid back on and screw it tight.
• Re-attach the two parts of the wristband using the retaining pins.
• The battery must be replaced if the contrast of the LC display becomes very weak or
if the display remains blank.

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b) Chest strap
The battery might not be inserted in the chest strap yet. If so, insert it as
described below.
• Use a coin to open the battery compartment (2) on the back. Turn the battery
compartment lid (1) anti-clockwise until it can be taken out.
• Insert a type CR2032 coin cell battery into the battery compartment (2) with the
correctpolarity.Thepositiveterminal("+")ofthebatterymustpointoutwardstowards
you as illustrated above.
• Re-attach the battery compartment lid and lock it by turning it clockwise (see arrow
and "CLOSE" on the battery compartment lid).
• If the heart rate monitor stops displaying measured data, the battery must be
replaced.

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9. Attaching the chest strap
Push the holding clips of the rubber strap into the
openings of the chest strap. The length of the rubber
strap is adjustable.
Moisten the contact surface of the chest strap using
some water or contact gel (see the two arrows and the
drop symbols in the illustration below).
Put on the chest strap as illustrated below. Make sure
the chest strap is put on correctly (the letters must be
properly readable).

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The chest strap and the adjustable rubber strap must be put on as displayed. Adjust the
length so that the strap is tight but does not negatively affect your breathing or blood
circulation.
The two long contact surfaces of the chest strap (the two rubber surfaces with striped
pattern) must touch the skin directly. No material must be between the contact surfaces
and your skin.
Asisthecasewith anymaterialthat comesintodirect contactwithyour skin,theremight
be skin irritations or allergic responses (e.g. redness, rash, etc.).
If you experience such changes on your skin, take off the chest strap immediately.
Wash the affected skin area with lukewarm water and mild soap and consult a doctor.
Regularly clean the contacts of the chest strap. Use a cloth moistened with lukewarm
water. Carefully dry the chest strap.
The transmission of the heart rate signal can be disturbed by mobile
telephones, electronic exercise equipment, wireless bicycle computers,
high-voltage power lines or other wireless devices.

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10. Putting on the heart rate monitor
The heart rate monitor it attached to the wrist like a common wristwatch.
Make sure that the heart rate monitor has a maximum distance of 60 cm to
the chest strap to ensure optimal reception.
Using a handlebar mount, the heart rate monitor can be attached directly to the
handlebar of a bicycle.

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11. Control elements of the heart rate monitor
"SET" button (A) To start/stop the stopwatch or the countdown timer or to
change values
"LIGHT" button (B) To activate the backlight
"SEL" button (C) To take interval time (stopwatch function)
"MODE" button (D) To switch between the individual functions

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12. "TIME" mode
a) Selecting a function
Press the "MODE" button (D) until "TIME" is displayed.
Pressthe "SEL"button(C) toswitchbetweentheindividual
functions.
• "TIME" (time/date)
• "ALARM" (alarm function, hour signal)
• "TIMER" (countdown timer)
b) Setting time, date and units
In"TIME"mode(seechapter12.
a), press the "SEL" button (C)
until "TIME" is displayed.
Hold down the "SET" button (A)
for about 3 seconds until "24H"
(or "12H") starts flashing.
Press the "SEL" button (C) to switch between 12-hour and 24-hour display format.
Press the "SET" button (A). The seconds start flashing.

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• Press the "SEL" button (C) to set the seconds to "00".
• Press the "SET" button (A). The minutes start flashing.
• Use the "SEL" button (C) to set the minutes. For quick changes, hold down the button
for a longer period of time.
• Press the "SET" button (A). The hours start flashing.
• Proceed as described above for minutes to set the hours.
Make sure to set standard time (if in Germany, for example, set 14 hrs
instead of 15 hrs in the summer).
Later on, daylight saving time (DST) can be activated in the configuration
menu.
Press the "SET" button (A) to switch to the next setting.
Use the "SEL" button (C) to change the displayed value (hold down the button for
quick changes).
Press the "MODE" button (D) to exit and save the settings.

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• After setting the hours, the following changes can be made:
¨Year
¨Month
¨Day
¨Daylight saving time (DST, "ON" = daylight saving time, "OFF" = standard time)
¨Year of birth
¨Month of birth
¨Day of birth
¨Measuring units (metric or English)
¨Weight
¨Height
Year/month/day of birth, weight and height are required to calculate the
consumption of calories and fat as well as the BMI (body mass index).
c) Switching the time zone
Hold down the "SEL" button (C) for 3 seconds to switch between the two time zones.
The time zone is displayed in the bottom right-hand corner:
T1 = Time zone 1 (normal time)
T2 = Time zone 2 (e.g. at the holiday resort)

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d) Setting the time for second time zone
• If you have not already done so, switch to the second time zone (see chapter 12. c).
Hold down the "SEL" button (C) for 3 seconds until "T1" in the bottom right-hand
corner changes into "T2".
• Hold down the "SET" button (A) for about 3 seconds until "24H" (or "12H") starts
flashing.
• To make the changes, proceed as described in chapter 12. b).
e) Switching to alarm/wake-up function
In"TIME" mode(seechapter 12.a),press the"SEL"button
(C) until "ALARM" is displayed.
f) Setting alarm/wake-up time
As a special feature, the heart rate monitor allows you to set a month or even a day for
the alarm/wake-up function.
For example, you can set the alarm just for a certain day of the year (e.g. April 29th) or
for the 15th of every month.
Of course, the alarm can also be set to go off every day, which allows you to use the
alarm as a wake-up function.
Proceed as follows:
• Holddown the"SET"button(A) forabout3seconds untiltheminutes ofthealarmtime
start flashing.
• Use the "SEL" button (C) to set the minutes of the alarm time. For quick changes, hold
down the button for a longer period of time.
• Press the "SET" button (A). The hours of the alarm time start flashing.