Epson Runsense SF-110 User manual

UserManual
GPSSportsMonitor

Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing this GPS Sports Monitor "RUNSENSE".
To use the device correctly, make sure you read the User Manual along with the supplied Quick Start Guide.
Keep the supplied Quick Start Guide handy to help you resolve any problems.
This device can measure three measure GPS functions of running distance, pace, and altitude, as well as elapsed time,
and calories burnt. You can also upload recorded data to a dedicated website allowing you to look back over previous
workouts.
Descriptions in the User Manual
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Trademarks
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®
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Caution:
❏Unapproved copying of part or all of this guide is strictly forbidden.
❏The content of this guide is subject to change without prior notice.
❏Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this guide, contact us if you have any questions or
notice any errors in descriptions in the content of this guide.
❏Despite the preceding clause, we cannot accept any responsibility for mishandling due to errors in this guide.
❏We cannot accept any responsibility for malfunctions and so on that occur due to ignoring the content of this
guide, the device being handled inappropriately, repairs or modifications performed by a third party that is not
our company or appointed by our company.
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Features
Measurement function
Allows you to measure running data such as distance and time.
You can measure split and lap times, as well as using the GPS signal to measure distance
and pace.
U“Measuring Time, Distance, and Speed ” on page 34
Split Time: Elapsed time from the start
Lap time: Time taken for each lap
You can use the recall screen to check recorded measurement data.
U“Checking Measurement Data” on page 44
Exercise measurement function
Allows you to measure the burnt calories of all daily activities. Besides exercise, you can
measure all burnt calories such as desk work, housework, sleeping, and so on.
U“Checking Measurement Data” on page 44
Measure settings
Allows you to change the measurement settings.
❏Automatically records laps when a distance set in advance has been reached (AT
Lap function)
U“Recording Laps Automatically (AT Lap Function)” on page 38
❏Automatically stops measuring when you stop running, and resumes when you
continue running (AT Pause function)
U“Automatically Start/Stop Measuring (AT Pause Function)” on page 40
❏Sets and measures the target time for one kilometre/mile (Target Pace function)
U“Setting a Pace and Measuring (Target Pace Function)” on page 41
❏Monitors heart rate with the heart rate monitor (Heart rate function)
U“Measuring Heart Rate” on page 51
❏You can change the items and layout of the measurement screen display (Screen
settings function)
U“Screen” on page 77
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Settings
Allows you to change the settings for the device.
❏Communicates with external devices (Communication function)
U“Comm. Settings” on page 74
❏Adjusts the screen's contrast (Adjust contrast function)
U“Sys. Settings” on page 75
❏Turns on the light automatically when the screen changes (Auto Light function)
U“Sys. Settings” on page 75
❏Resets configuration information in the device's memory (Initialise function)
U“Sys. Settings” on page 75
Other features
❏You can measure stride using the built-in stride sensor.
U“Educating Your Stride Sensor” on page 31
❏You can skip GPS positioning if it is taking too long.
U“Skipping GPS positioning” on page 28
❏You can take measurements without performing GPS positioning.
U“Indoor mode” on page 29
❏You can monitor, analyse, compare and share your recorded data using the
dedicated Web application "RUNSENSE View".
U“Data Management Using the Web Application (RUNSENSE View)” on
page 55
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Contents
Introduction
Features.................................3
Using this Device Safely
SymbolsinthisManual......................7
NotesonUsage............................8
Notes on using the product and components
.....................................8
Notesonusingthecradle..................8
Optionalheartratemonitor................9
NotesonElectromagneticWaves...............9
Preparing and Basic Operations
CheckingtheItemsProvided.................12
BasicOperations..........................13
Changingscreens.......................13
Functionofeachbutton..................15
Alarm................................19
Charging...............................20
Beforeuse.............................20
Charging.............................21
InitialSettings............................24
Aboutthebattery.......................26
SpecifyingaGPS(GPSPositioning)............27
Measuringfunctionforthedevice...........27
GPSpositioning........................28
Makingprecisemeasurements..............30
EducatingYourStrideSensor................31
Aboutthestridesensor...................31
Educatingthestridesensor................31
MeasurableItems.........................32
Measure
MeasuringTime,Distance,andSpeed..........34
Whatisthemeasurementfunction?..........34
Measuring............................35
Screendisplay..........................36
Recording Laps Automatically (AT Lap
Function)...............................38
Automatically Start/Stop Measuring (AT Pause
Function)...............................40
Setting a Pace and Measuring (Target Pace
Function)...............................41
Checking Measurement Data (Recall
Function)
CheckingMeasurementData.................44
Measurement data that can be checked in
recall................................44
Deleteunnecessarymeasurementdata........45
Measuring Heart Rate (Heart Rate
Monitor)
PreparingtoMeasureHeartRate..............48
Preparingtheheartratemonitor............48
Wearingtheheartratemonitor.............48
Registering the heart rate monitor to the device
....................................49
Enablingtheheartratemonitor.............50
MeasuringHeartRate......................51
Checking the communication status with the
heartratemonitor.......................51
Displayingthemeasuredheartratescreen.....51
Replacing the Battery for the Heart Rate Monitor
......................................52
DisablingtheHeartRateMonitor.............54
Data Management Using the Web
Application (RUNSENSE View)
What is the Web Application (RUNSENSE
View)?.................................56
Installing Run Connect (Uploader Software). . . . . 58
Creating an Account (When Using for the First
Time)..................................59
UploadingMeasurementData................61
CheckingUploadedMeasurementData.........64
Settings
MakingSettings..........................68
Measureset..............................69
ChangingtheMeasureset..................69
Measureset.table.......................71
Settings.................................73
ChangingtheSettings....................73
Settingstable...........................74
Screen.................................77
Screensettings.........................77
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Screenpatterntable......................78
Measurementdisplayabbreviations..........80
Changingthemeasurementscreen...........81
ChangingtheLapscreen..................82
Settingexamples........................84
Maintenance
Lookingafteryourdevice...................86
Aboutthestrap.........................86
Heartratemonitormaintenance............86
Replacing the Battery on your GPS Sports
Monitor................................87
About the device's built-in rechargeable
battery...............................87
Abouttheheartratemonitorbattery.........87
UpdatingtheFirmware.....................88
Checkingthefirmwareversion.............88
Updatingthefirmware...................88
Troubleshooting
Caution................................90
ProblemSolving..........................91
ResettingtheSystem.......................94
ContactingusAboutthisProduct.............95
After-salesService.........................96
Appendix
UnderstandingtheIcons....................98
ProductSpecifications......................99
Devicespecifications.....................99
Cradlespecifications.................... 100
Optionspecifications....................100
Glossary............................... 101
Index
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Using this Device Safely
Make sure you read the manuals (Quick Start Guide and User Manual) first to use this product safely.
The product may malfunction, or an accident may occur if it is handled incorrectly.
❏Keep the manuals handy to help you resolve any problems.
❏When taking this product out of the country of purchase, check the laws and regulations in the destination
country before you travel.
❏This product is not a medical device. Use this product as an indicator during physical exercise.
Symbols in this Manual
The following symbols are used in this guide to indicate possible dangerous operations or handling. Make sure you
understand these warnings before using the product.
!
Warning:
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in serious personal injury.
!
Caution:
Ignoring these instructions and mishandling this device could cause injury or damage to property.
This symbol indicates an action that should be done.
This symbol indicates an action that must not be done.
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Notes on Usage
Notes on using the product and components
Warning
Exercise according to your physical capabilities. Stop exercising and consult your doctor if you
feel unwell during exercise.
Do not use or store this product in the following environments. It may cause an electric shock or
fire, or the product may malfunction or be damaged.
❏Locations with very high or low temperatures or humidity
❏Near volatile substances
❏Dusty places
❏Near a strong magnetic field (for example, near a loudspeaker)
Do not disassemble this product, and do not attempt to repair this product by yourself. It may
cause an electric shock or accident.
Do not leave this product within reach of young children.
Caution
Stop using the device immediately and consult your doctor if you have an allergic reaction or a
rash during use.
The device is water resistant at 5 bar (5 ATM). Although you can use the device for swimming and
so on, do not perform button operations under water.
Do not pour water directly from the tap onto this product. The power of the tap water stream may
be strong enough to compromise the product’s waterproof feature.
Do not wear this product in a bath or sau na. The steam and soap may compromise the waterproof
feature or cause corrosion.
Notes on using the cradle
Warning
Do not use the cradle or AC adapter if they are in any way damaged, faulty or contaminated by
foreign material such as dust, water or dirt. Do not use any adapter other than the specified
adapter for charging.
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Optional heart rate monitor
Warning
If the heart rate monitor battery is accidentally swallowed, contact your doctor immediately.
When disposing of the heart rate monitor battery, follow your local laws and regulations.
When replacing the heart rate monitor battery, only use the type of battery specified. Also, make
sure the direction of the positive and negative terminals is correct.
Do not place the battery or the heart rate monitor with a battery installed into a fire.
Notes on Electromagnetic Waves
This device is equipped with Bluetooth
®
Smart technology. When operating supported heart rate monitors or
smartphones, this function wirelessly sends and receives heart rate measurement data to the device.
This device has been classified as a low electronic data communication system based on Radio Law. Therefore, this
device does not require a radio station licence. The following acts may be punishable by law.
❏Disassembling or remodeling the device
❏Removing the verification or certification number for the device
VCCI Class B Information Technology Device
This device is a class B information technology device. This device is designed for home
use, but interference could occur when using in close proximity to radios or television
aerials.
Certification information
Frequency
This device uses the frequency bands 2.402 to 2.480 GHz. Other wireless devices may
use the same frequency. Note the following points to avoid wireless interference with
other wireless devices.
Precautions when performing wireless communication
This device operates on the 2.4 GHz band.
This device operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave
ovens and mobile object identification (RF-ID) systems (licensed premises radio stations, amateur, and unlicensed
specified low-power radio stations (hereafter "other radio stations")) used in factory production lines.
1. Before using this device, make sure there are no "other radio stations" being used in the vicinity.
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2. If this device causes RF interference between the device and "other radio stations", promptly move to a different
location, stop using the device, and contact your local reseller to ask for advice on preventing interference (for example
setting up partitions).
3. In addition, when harmful radio wave interference occurs between the device and "other radio stations", and refer to
"Contacting us about this product" to contact our service centre.
U“Contacting us About this Product” on page 95
Warning
If you notice any abnormalities on your skin and so on, stop using the device immediately and
contact a specialist.
In areas in which usage is restricted, such as on airplanes and in hospitals, follow the rules and
regulations provided (such as in-flight announcements).
Do not bring the device into an operating room, intensive care unit, and so on, and do not use the
device near medical equipment. Radio waves from the device may interfere with electronic
medical equipment causing the equipment to malfunction and cause an accident.
Caution
Radio waves from the device may affect implantable medical devices such as a cardiac
pacemaker.Follow the instructions and precautions of such implantable medical devices before
use.
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Preparing and Basic Operations
You need to make the following preparations before use.
U“Checking the Items Provided” on page 12
U“Basic Operations” on page 13
U“Charging” on page 20
U“Initial Settings” on page 24
Once preparations are complete, check the method and important points when performing GPS satellite positioning.
U“Specifying a GPS (GPS Positioning)” on page 27
U“Educating Your Stride Sensor” on page 31
U“Measurable Items” on page 32
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Checking the Items Provided
Make sure you check that all of the following items have been supplied with this product. If there is anything missing,
contact your local reseller.
Main unit
SF-110
Cradle Quick Start Guide Warranty
Options
You can purchase the following optional extras. Contact your local reseller for more information.
AC Adapter for Europe excluding UK
(Model No.: SFAC02)
AC Adapter for UK
(Model No.: SFAC03)
Heart Rate Monitor
(Model No.: SFHRM01)
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Basic Operations
Changing screens
This device is comprised of a Time screen, Measurement screen, Settings screen (Settings menu and Measure set.
menu), and Recall screen, and you can perform operations with the following buttons.
Operation buttons
: Short press
: Long press (two seconds or more)
Settings menu
A
B
Time screen
C
A/C
Measurement screen
U“Setting screen
(Settings menu/Measure
set. menu)” on page 17
U“Time screen” on
page 15
U“Measurement screen”
on page 16
D
AA
B
See the following pages for information
on making settings for each screen.
U“Making Settings” on page 68
Recall screen Measure set. menu
U“Recall screen” on
page 18
U“Setting screen
(Settings menu/Measure
set. menu)” on page 17
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Note:
❏When you leave the device for a while, it enters sleep status and the time display turns off. This is not a malfunction as
the display is restored the next time a button is pressed or you move the device. You can also turn off the sleep function.
U“Sys. Settings” on page 75
❏The time screen is displayed if no operations are made for a specified length of time. The time varies depending on the
screen displayed.
Sys. Settings/User Settings/Recall screen: 3 mins.
Measurement Screen (while not measuring): 60 mins.
❏When three minutes have passed without any operations being performed on the Measure set. menu screen, the
measurement screen is displayed.
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Function of each button
The function for each button changes depending on which screen is displayed.
Time screen
Operation buttons
Button Operation Explanation
A
Short press Displays the exercise measurement screen.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
Turns the power on or off.
BShort press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10
seconds.
C
Short press Displays the Menu.
U“Setting screen (Settings menu/Measure set. menu)” on
page 17
DShort press -
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Measurement screen
Operation buttons
Button Operation Explanation
A
Short press You can display up to three measurement screens and switch the
screens using this button.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
Displays the time screen.
Not available while measuring.
BShort press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10
seconds.
CShort press Starts, stops, or resumes measuring.
DShort press
Displays the Measurement menu while measurement is being
paused.
Records laps while measuring.
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Setting screen (Settings menu/Measure set. menu)
Operation buttons
Button Operation Explanation
A
Short press Confirm a selection.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
From the Settings menu, the time screen is displayed.
From the Measure set. menu, the measurement screen is displayed.
B
Short press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10
seconds.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
-
C
Short press Selects the upper item.
Increases the value.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
Selects the upper item.
Speeds through the values.
D
Short press Selects the lower item.
Decreases the value.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
Selects the lower item.
Speeds through the values.
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Recall screen
Operation buttons
Button Operation Explanation
A
Short press Confirm a selection.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
Displays the time screen.
B
Short press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10
seconds.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
-
C
Short press Selects the upper item.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
Selects the upper item.
D
Short press Selects the lower item.
Long press (two
seconds or more)
Selects the lower item.
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Alarm
This function allows you to sound an alarm when pausing a lap, setting the target pace, and so on.
The following shows the alarm timing. A long alarm sounds when the lap is paused, and a short alarm sounds at other
times.
Measurement Settings Explanation
AT Lap
U“Recording Laps Automatically (AT
Lap Function)” on page 38
When lap is paused.
AT Pause
U“Automatically Start/Stop Measuring
(AT Pause Function)” on page 40
❏When measuring is stopped
❏When measuring restarts
Target Pace
U“Setting a Pace and Measuring
(Target Pace Function)” on page 41
When you are off the target pace.
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Charging
Before use
c
Important:
❏Do not place the device in the cradle if it is wet from water or sweat.
Otherwise the contact points on the cradle and the device could corrode, malfunction, or cause a
communication failure.
❏Do not perform button operations when it is wet; otherwise, a malfunction could occur.
If the device is wet from water or sweat, use a little running water to wash the contact points, wipe away most of the
water with a towel and so on, and then let it dry naturally before placing it in the cradle.
Contact points Use low pressure water to wash the device.
See the following for more details about daily maintenance.
U“Looking after your device” on page 86
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