HighGear Duo User manual
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a
PULSEWARE HEART RATE WRISTWATCH
. Our watches represent the finest quality in heart rate
monitors available today. Using only the finest in electronic components and state-of-the-art technology, Pulseware heart rate monitors are
among the most accurate and dependable products available on the market.
Your Pulseware HRM is designed for ease of use without the compromise found in many of its competitors. While we have designed our
watches to withstand many of the pressures that outdoor life will place on it, please remember that it is a sensitive technical instrument.
However, with the proper care and maintenance, it will last many years. Please read all sections of this manual carefully to familiarize yourself
with how the unit works.
WARNING:
This product is an advanced training and fitness tool. Before starting any exercise program, we strongly suggest you visit your
doctor for a complete physical and to discuss your exercise plans.
NOTICE TO SWIMMERS:
The Pulseware series of heart rate monitors are designed to be water resistant. This means that water should not
enter the unit during normal swimming. However, care should be taken not to press the keys while the unit is submerged or wet as this may
cause water to be forced past the key seals damaging the unit. However, operating heart rate monitors while in the water may cause other
operational problems for a variety of other reasons. First, water may interfere with the ability of the sensors to detect a heart rate signal from
the body. Second, water-resistance encountered while swimming will often cause the chest strap (Pulseware Duo) to pull away from the body
or be forced to a location where it is impossible for it to detect a heart rate signal. Overall, the likelihood of experiencing problems using a
heart rate monitor will be much higher when the unit is used in a water environment.
NOTICE TO PEOPLE WEARING PACEMAKERS:
While the heart rate monitor in the Pulseware unit is a passive system and should have no
direct effect on a pacemaker, we strongly recommend anyone fitted with such a device contact their physician or cardiologist before using this
product or starting an exercise program.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 4
QUICKSTART INSTRUCTIONS 5
WEARING THE HEART RATE TRANSMITTER STRAP 6
DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS 7
KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 8
MO
DES OF OPERATION 11
SETTING
THE WATCH FUNCTIONS 13
TIME/DATE MODE 13
SETTING TIME/DATE 14
SETTING THE CHRONOGRAPH 15
SETTING THE TIMER 16
KCAL (CALORIES) MODE 17
SETT
ING CALORIES DATA 18
ALARM MODE 19
OPERATING THE WATCH 21
OPERATING THE CHRONOGRAPH 21
CHRONOGRAPH MEMORY PLAYBACK 25
OPERATING THE COUNTDOWN TIMER 27
KCAL MODE 28
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 29
FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS AND RANGES 32
TROUBLESHOOTING – BASIC 33
TROUBLE SHOOTING – HEART RATE 34
This manual is laid out in easy to follow sections, which cover the features and functions of your
PULSEWARE HEART RATE MONITOR
. The
Pulseware units are very advanced monitors and have many unique features and functions. Be sure to read each section carefully so that you
will fully understand how the units and its features work.
The manual is divided into sections outlining each of the major functions of the watch. A drawing of the watch screen that represents the
starting point or other important screen for each operational process is shown adjacent to the instructions for the process; important keys
are shown in color indicating
PRESS & HOLD
and
QUICK PRESS
. The steps for the programming or operation are adjacent to the screen
illustration. Key points and important information are shown in highlighted blocks.
The heart rate monitor itself is an important part of this manual as it prompts you through its operation.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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QUICKSTART INSTRUCTIONS WEARING THE HEART RATE TRANSMITTER STRAP
FINGER TOUCH HEART RATE MODE (MAX & DUO)
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(PULSEWARE DUO ONLY)
The heart rate transmitter strap consists of two conductive electrodes
attached to a small radio transmitter housed in the center of the
strap. The electrodes sense the electrical potential created each
time your heart contracts and the radio transmitter sends a signal
to the watch each time the electrodes sense the heart beat. For
the best performance, a layer of sweat should be built up between
your skin and the electrodes of the transmitter. This makes it easier
for the electrodes to “see” the electrical signal. On cool days or at
the beginning of your workout it may be necessary to moisten the
electrodes on the back of the transmitter using saliva or one of the
commercially available electro conductive creams.
DO NOT
use tap
DO NOT use tap DO NOT
water to moisten the electrodes as tap water will act as an insulator
rather than a conductor and may actually reduce the performance of
the system
The transmitter should be worn around the rib cage, just below the
pectoral muscles. The elastic strap of the system should be adjusted
so that it is snug enough so it does not move during use, but not so
tight as to restrict breathing. While the wearing of the transmitter
strap may feel a bit strange initially, most people become used to it
within a few days and cease to even notice they are wearing it.
INTERFERENCE
For reasons of size, cost and battery life, heart rate monitors function
using a very low transmission frequency. Because of this they are
susceptible to interference from a variety of electromagnetic and
microwave sources. High-tension power lines, traffic light controls,
home and automotive electronics, powered exercise equipment; home
security and wireless LAN systems and other things may interfere
with the ability of the system to register a heart rate. Intermittent
readings of zero or of very high heart rates (exceeding 210 beats)
are an indication of some type of interference. In general, the
interference caused by these sources is localized. After a few seconds
or at most minutes, you should pass from the area of interference and
the operation of the watch should return to normal. Additionally, other
heart monitors close by may also interfere with the function of your
unit. It is recommended that you separate yourself from other heart
rate users by a minimum of 3 feet (1 meter) in all directions.
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TOUCH FINGERS TO
SENSORS:
Press sensor below
display screen with index finger.
Gently press sensor above
display screen with middle
finger (when wearing watch on
left hand).
WEARING THE WATCH:
Strap on the Pulseware HRM
above the wrist bone.
TO MEASURE HEART RATE:
Keep arm below chest and relaxed
when in motion, moving naturally.
READ
HEART RATE:
Keep finger
pads firm and stable on sensors.
Wait for beep before raising arm
to look at readout (5-7 seconds).
If unsuccessful, moisten finger
pads and try again.
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The Pulseware heart rate monitors have 3 individual keys and 2 Finger-Touch sensors. Each key has several functions. The drawing identifies the
keys and their names as used in this manual.
KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
SS KEY
- Changes 12/24
hr. time formats
- Stops/starts
timing functions
- Advances Lap
Chronograph
- Clears
Chronograph
memory
- Selects pounds
or kilograms in
KCAL mode
- Scrolls through
days of week for
daily Alarm
- Changes
variable
in Setting
Sequence
EL/SET KEY
- Activate EL
Backlight
system
- Enter/exit
Setting
Sequence
MODE KEY
- Advances
display through
the various
operational
modes
- Selects variable
in setting mode
- Selects Time
Zones
- Activates
Chronograph
memory
- Selects Calories
or Fat Burn in
KCAL mode
FINGER-TOUCH
HR SENSOR
KEY FUNCTIONS
SS KEY
EL/SET KEY
MODE KEY
FINGER-TOUCH
HR SENSOR
DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS
DISPLAY SYMBOLS
symbol
description
what it means
CHIME ALERT
Audible key-beep and out-of-training
zone alert is active when displayed
HEART RATE
Blinks when unit is receiving heart rate
PERCENT OF
MAX HR
Designates number in field as percent of
maximum heat rate
ALARM
Alarm is active when displayed
ABOVE/BELOW
ZONE
Indicates heart rate above or below
selected training zone
MODE SYMBOLS
symbol
description
what it means
MAXIMUM
HEART RATE
Indicates maximum heart rate for workout in
Chronograph memory
AVERAGE HEART
RATE
Indicates average heart rate for workout/lap
in Chronograph memory
LAP/SPLIT
Displays when Chronograph is running and
Lap Detail in Chronograph memory
CHRONOGRAPH
STOPPED
Displays when Chronograph is stopped
COUNTDOWN
TIMER
Indicates Countdown Timer mode
KCAL MODE
Indicates KCAL/Fat Burn mode
ALARM MODE
Indicates Alarm mode
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KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
KEY ACTIONS – QUICK PRESS VS. PRESS AND HOLD
There are two key actions used to program the watch:
QUICK PRESS
or
PRESS
The key is pressed quickly and immediately released. This is the most
common key action and is used for most aspects of operation.
PRESS & HOLD
The key is pressed and held for 2-3 seconds. This key action is
generally used to initiate a programming or memory sequence or to
enter a sub-mode.
NOTE 1:
Generally, when entering a setting sequence, the
word
HOLD
will appear on the top line of the display.
NOTE 2:
In this manual, we will indicate when a
PRESS &
HOLD
is required.
In most other instances a
QUICK PRESS
should be assumed.
PROGRAMMING THE WATCH – COMMON KEY
ACTIONS
ENTER A PROGRAMMING SEQUENCE
PRESS & HOLD
the
EL/SET
key.
EL/SET key. EL/SET
The word
HOLD
will appear in the top line of the display.
Continue to hold the key until the display automatically advances
to the first variable in the programming sequence.
ADJUST VARIABLE IN A PROGRAMMING SEQUENCE
QUICK PRESS
the
SS
key.
In most programming options, a
PRESS & HOLD
of the
SS
key
will cause the variable to fast advance, allowing you to quickly
advance to a different number.
CONTINUED NEXT PAGE
ADVANCE TO NEXT VARIABLE IN A PROGRAMMING
SEQUENCE
QUICK PRESS
the
MODE
key.
When you have chosen the variable you want for a particular
portion of a programming sequence
QUICK PRESS
the
MODE
key to set and advance to the next variable.
EXIT A PROGRAMMING SEQUENCE
PRESS & HOLD
the
EL/SET
key to exit the setting sequence at
EL/SET key to exit the setting sequence at EL/SET
any time.
Once all variables of a programming sequence have been entered,
QUICK PRESS
the
MODE
key to exit the programming sequence
and return to the initial main display.
ACTIVATE THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHT SYSTEM-
QUICK PRESS
the
EL/SET
key.
EL/SET key. EL/SET
Activate the backlight system at any time with a
QUICK PRESS
of the
EL/SET
key. The backlight will remain active for a period of
EL/SET key. The backlight will remain active for a period of EL/SET
5 seconds. If, while the backlight is active, another key is pressed,
the timer will be reset and the 5-second period will start again.
This will happen for as long as keys are pressed. This allows you
to easily operate and program the watch in low light situations.
NOTE:
Excessive use of the backlight system will result in
shorter battery life.
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MODES OF OPERATION MODES OF OPERATION
PULSEWARE DUO MAIN DISPLAY MODES
Advance through the modes below using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
MODE
key.
TIME/DATE
CHRONOGRAPH
KCAL
FINGER-TOUCH
HEART RATE
(in all modes)
AL
ARM
COUNTDOWN
TIMER
PULSEWARE MAX MAIN DISPLAY MODES
Advance through the modes below using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
MODE
key.
TIME/DATE
CHRONOGRAPH
COUNTDOWN
TIMER
KCAL
AL
ARM
HEART RATE
(in all modes)
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TIME/DATE MODE (MAX & DUO)
VIEW TIME ZONE 1 / TIME ZONE 2
Your Pulseware watch allows you to set two separate time zones. In
TIME MODE
, Time Zone 2 can be accessed by a
PRESS & HOLD
of
the
MODE
key. When viewing Time Zone 2, the display will indicate
T2
in the upper left of the display.
SELECT 12
or
24-HOUR
format
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
You can turn the
CHIME ALERT ON
or
OFF
by
PRESSING &
HOLDING
the
SS
key in
TIME MODE
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SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
SETTING TIME/DATE
1.
Advance to
TIME
screen by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
PRESS & HOLD
the
EL/SET
key to enter the setting sequence.
3.
Select
HOURS DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TIME ZONE 1 & 2
(+1,
-1 hours, etc.) using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
4.
Advance to
SET HOURS
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
HOURS
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
5.
Advance to
SET MINUTES
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
MINUTES
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
6.
Advance to
SET YEAR
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
YEAR
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
7.
Advance to
SET MONTH
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
MONTH
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
8.
Advance to
SET DAY
by
SET DAY by SET DAY
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
DAY
using
DAY using DAY
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
9.
PRESS
the
MODE
key to exit the setting sequence and return to
TIME OF DAY
screen.
TIME OF DAY screen.TIME OF DAY
NOTE:
You can exit the setting sequence at any time by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
EL/SET
key.
EL/SET key.EL/SET
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SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
SETTING THE TIMER
Pulseware heart rate monitors are equipped with a 100-hour
countdown timer with 1-second resolution.
1.
Advance to Timer by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
PRESS & HOLD
the
EL/SET
key to enter the setting sequence.
EL/SET key to enter the setting sequence.EL/SET
3.
SET
TIMER
to
REPEAT
(Pulseware Duo
REPEAT (Pulseware Duo REPEAT
only). The Pulesware Duo allows you to
program the Timer to automatically repeat.
Upper Line
will display
RE2
. Select Repeat
OFF
or
OFF or OFF
ON
in the
lower line
of the display
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
PRESS MODE
key to advance to SET Time.
4.
Adjust Hours using
QUICK PRESSES
of
the
SS
key.
5
. Advance to Set Minutes by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
MINUTES
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
6.
Advance to set Seconds by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
SECONDS
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
7.
PRESS
the
MODE
key to
EXIT
the setting
EXIT the setting EXIT
sequence and return to Timer screen.
SETTING THE CHRONOGRAPH (MAX & DUO)
Pulseware heart rate monitors are equipped with a 24-hour, 26-lap
chronograph.
Pulseware heart rate monitors have a programmable Training Zone
settable in single beats per minute to target the intensity level of your
exercise.
NOTE:
To enter the Chronograph setting sequence, any previous
workout information must be cleared by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
SS
key for 2 seconds until the time display reads 00:00.
1.
Advance to Chronograph by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
PRESS & HOLD
the
SS
key to
CLEAR
previous workout.
3.
Enter the
SETTING SEQUENCE
by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
EL/SET
key.
EL/SET key.EL/SET
4.
Advance to set Training Zone by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
UPPER LIMIT
using
UPPER LIMIT using UPPER LIMIT
QUICK PRESSES
of
the
SS
key.
5.
Advance to set Lower Limit
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
LOWER LIMIT
using
LOWER LIMIT using LOWER LIMIT
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
6 .
PRESS
the
MODE
key to
EXIT
the setting sequence and return to
EXIT the setting sequence and return to EXIT
Chronograph screen.
NOTE:
You can exit the setting sequence at any time by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
EL/SET
key.
EL/SET key.EL/SET
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SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
KCAL (CALORIES) MODE
Pulseware heart rate monitors are programmed
to calculate calories burned during your
workout using your weight, gender and pre-
programmed metabolic work constants. This
is useful when comparing exercise volume of
different fitness activities.
The watch also allows you to program a
CALORIES TARGET
for your workout. The
CALORIES TARGET for your workout. The CALORIES TARGET
GRAPHIC DISPLAY BAR
on the left side of
the display screen indicates progress toward
CALORIES TARGET
. Each segment represents
10% of
CALORIES TARGET
in
CALORIES TARGET in CALORIES TARGET
KCAL
mode.
KCAL mode.KCAL
FAT BURN
mode estimates body fat burned
during exercise. In
KCAL
mode, you can select
KCAL mode, you can select KCAL
CALORIES DISPLAY
or
CALORIES DISPLAY or CALORIES DISPLAY
FAT BURN DISPLAY
by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
MODE
key.
Pulseware heart rate monitors use this
information to estimate your maximum heart
rate. If you know your actual maximum heart
rate, you can adjust the variable in the setting
sequence.
NOTE:
You must clear data in the
CHRONOGRAPH
to set
data in
KCAL
mode.
KCAL mode.KCAL
SETTING CALORIES DATA
1.
Advance to
KCAL
mode by
KCAL mode by KCAL
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
PROGRAM
your
RESTING HEART RATE
by touching the Finger Touch sensors with
your index and middle fingers until the
watch registers a heart rate. (You must be
wearing the watch to acquire heart rate.)
You may
VIEW
your
VIEW your VIEW
RESTING HEART
RATE
in KCAL mode by
PRESSING &
HOLDING
the
SS
key
3.
Select
FAT BURN
mode (indicated by
LB
or
KG
in upper left display) by
PRESSING &
HOLDING
the
MODE
key for 2 seconds.
4.
Select
WEIGHT UNITS
(
LB
or
KG
in upper
left display) using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
5.
PRESS & HOLD
the
EL/SET
key to enter
EL/SET key to enter EL/SET
the setting sequence.
6.
ADJUST
GENDER
ADJUST GENDERADJUST
using
QUICK
PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
7.
Advance to set Weight by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
WEIGHT
(pounds or kilograms)
WEIGHT (pounds or kilograms) WEIGHT
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
8.
Advance to set Age by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
AGE
using
QUICK
PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
9.
Advance to set Calories Target by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
TARGET
ADJUST TARGETADJUST
(TG upper left display) using
TARGET (TG upper left display) using TARGET
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
10.
Advance to set Maximum Heart Rate
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key. The watch will display your Estimated Maximum Heart Rate
(
EM
) in the upper line of the display screen. If you know your
actual Maximum Heart Rate,
ADJUST
using
ADJUST using ADJUST
QUICK PRESSES
of
the
SS
key.
11.
PRESS
the
MODE
key to exit the setting sequence and return to
KCAL screen.
NOTE:
You can exit the setting sequence at any time by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
EL/SET
key.
EL/SET key.EL/SET
SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
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SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
ALARM MODE - PULSEWARE DUO
The Pulseware Duo heart rate monitor is equipped with 5 alarms
which can be set for any single day of the week (example: 6:45 a.m.
Monday, 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, etc.) or every day.
SETTING DAILY ALARMS
1.
Advance to
ALARM
mode by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
SELECT
ALARM 1 THROUGH 5
(upper
right of display) by
PRESSING &
HOLDING
the
MODE
key,
3.
SELECT
DAY OF WEEK, ALL
or
DAY OF WEEK, ALL or DAY OF WEEK, ALL
OFF
(upper left of display) by Pressing the
SS
key.
4.
To set selected
ALARM TIME
, enter the setting sequence by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
EL/SET
key.
EL/SET key.EL/SET
5.
ADJUST
HOUR
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
6.
Advance to
SET MINUTES
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
MINUTES
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
7.
PRESS
the
MODE
key to exit the setting sequence.
8.
Repeat steps 2 through 7 to adjust other alarms.
NOTE:
When Alarm is activated, Alarm icon will be visible at
bottom of display screen.
ALARM MODE - PULSEWARE MAX
The Pulseware Max heart rate monitor is equipped with an alarm,
which can be set for any single day of the week or every day.
SETTING ALARM
1.
Advance to
ALARM
mode by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
SELECT
DAY, ALL
or
DAY, ALL or DAY, ALL
OFF
(upper left of display)
by Pressing the
SS
key.
3.
To
SET
ALARM TIME
, enter the setting
sequence by
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
EL/
SET
key.
4.
ADJUST
HOUR
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
5.
Advance to
SET MINUTES
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
ADJUST
MINUTES
using
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key.
6.
PRESS
the
MODE
key to exit the setting sequence.
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OPERATING THE CHRONOGRAPH - PULSEWARE DUO
1.
Advance to
CHRONOGRAPH
by Pressing the
MODE
key.
2.
PRESS & HOLD
the
SS
key to clear data from previous workout.
3.
To
BEGIN TIMING
, Press the
SS
key.
4.
Use
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key to Advance the
LAP
CHRONOGRAPH
. The top line will display
TOTAL ELAPSED
TIME
for 5 seconds and the lower line will display
ENDING
TIME
of previous lap then return to
HEART RATE
display.
5.
To
STOP TIMING
, use
2 QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key. To
CONTINUE TIMING
,
QUICK PRESS
the
SS
key.
NOTE:
Lap Chronograph will advance when restarting the
Chronograph.
6.
To
CLEAR CHRONOGRAPH
,
PRESS & HOLD
the
SS
key when
Chronograph is stopped.
NOTE:
The Chronograph must be activated to record heart
rate and KCAL mode information.
INZONE GRAPHIC DISPLAY (MAX & DUO)
Pulseware heart rate monitors are equipped
with InZone graphic display at the left of the
display screen. This provides a quick reference
to your level of intensity for monitoring your
exercise effort. The segmented bar displays
where your heart rate is in relation to your
selected training zone. The 3 lower blue
segments will darken when your heart rate
is below your selected training zone. The
4 middle green segments will darken as
your heart rate is in selected training zone. The lower segment is
darkened when you are in the lower 25% of your training zone. As
your intensity progresses through your training zone, the segments
will darken in 25% increments. When your heart rate is above your
selected training zone, the red segments at the top of the display
will darken.
OPERATING THE WATCH
OPERATING THE WATCH
OPERATING THE CHRONOGRAPH - PULSEWARE DUO
Pulseware heart rate monitors are equipped with a 24-hour 26-lap
chronograph. For the first 59m 59s of timing the resolution is 0.1
second. After the first hour the resolution of the timing is seconds.
The
top line
displays the
CURRENT LAP
NUMBER
and
TIME FOR CURRENT LAP
.
The
lower line
display is
ACTUAL HEART
RATE
on the left and
PERCENTAGE OF
MAXIMUM HR
on the right. When the
Chronograph is running, the middle line of
the display will indicate
LAP
. When the
Chronograph is stopped, the middle line of the
display will indicate
STP
.
When you advance to a new lap, the
upper
line
will display
TOTAL ELAPSED TIME
for
workout and the
lower line
will display
TIME
FOR PRECEDING LAP
for approximately 5 seconds.
In Finger Touch heart rate mode, you can
view your heart rate in any Mode by touching
the sensors on the top plate with your index
and middle fingers for 5 seconds. Heart
Rate will display for 2 seconds then display
return current operating mode. This is also
a convenient way to monitor your waking or
resting heart rate if you are on a competitive
training program.
NOTE:
When using Finger Touch heart rate mode (not wearing
HR transmitter strap) heart rate is only displayed when
contacting Finger Touch sensors on the top plate of watch. In
Chrongraph, Timer and KCAL modes, the heart rate fields will
read zero (0).
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OPERATING THE WATCH OPERATING THE WATCH
OPERATING THE CHRONOGRAPH – PULSEWARE MAX
1.
Advance to
CHRONOGRAPH
by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
PRESS & HOLD
the
SS
key to clear data from previous workout.
3.
To
BEGIN TIMING
, Press the
SS
key.
4.
Use
QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key to
ADVANCE THE
LAP CHRONOGRAPH
. The
top line will display
TOTAL ELAPSED TIME
for approximately 5 seconds then return to
display
LAP NUMBER
. The lower line will
display
CURRENT LAP TIME
.
5.
To
STOP TIMING
, use
2 QUICK PRESSES
of the
SS
key. To
CONTINUE TIMING
,
QUICK PRESS
the
SS
key.
NOTE:
Lap Chronograph will advance
when restarting the Chronograph.
6.
To
CLEAR CHRONOGRAPH
,
PRESS & HOLD
the
SS
key when
CHRONOGRAPH IS STOPPED.
NOTE:
The Chronograph must be activated to record heart
rate and KCAL mode information.
OPERATING THE CHRONOGRAPH – PULSEWARE MAX
Pulseware Max heart rate monitors are equipped with a 24-hour 26-
lap chronograph. For the first 59m 59s of timing the resolution is 0.1
second. After the first hour the resolution of the timing is seconds.
The
top line
of the display details the
CURRENT LAP NUMBER
. The
lower
display line
is
TIME FOR CURRENT LAP
.
When the Chronograph is running, the middle
line of the display will indicate
LAP
. When
the Chronograph is stopped, the middle line
of the display will indicate
STP
.
When you advance to a new lap, the
upper
line
will display
TOTAL ELAPSED TIME
for workout and the
lower line
will display
TIME FOR PRECEDING LAP
.
You can
VIEW YOUR HEART RATE
in any
Mode by touching the sensors on the top
plate with your index and middle fingers for
5 seconds.
HEART RATE
will display for 2
seconds then display return current operating
mode. This is also a convenient way to monitor
your waking or resting heart rate if you are on
a competitive training program.
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OPERATING THE WATCH
CHRONOGRAPH MEMORY PLAYBACK – DUO
Pulseware Duo heart rate monitors are
equipped with a memory that gives you
detailed information playback of your
completed workout.
1.
In
CHRONOGRAPH
mode with the
CHRONOGRAPH STOPPED
PRESS &
HOLD MODE
key. The first two screens
are summaries of entire workout.
2.
Upper line
displays
TIME IN, ABOVE
and
BELOW HEART RATE TARGET ZONE
(example HI 3:08, Lo 3:58, In 12:56)
Lower line
displays
TOTAL TIME OF
WORKOUT
.
PRESS
the
MODE
key to advance to next
screen.
3.
Upper line
displays
TOTAL TIME FOR
WORKOUT
followed by
WORKOUT followed by WORKOUT
NUMBER OF
LAPS
and
AVERAGE LAP TIME
(example:
06.03:58 = 6 laps, 3 min. 58 sec. Average
per lap).
Lower line
displays
MAXIMUM HEART RATE
with
PERCENT
OF MAXIMUM HR
(in small numbers, lower right) followed by
AVERAGE HEART RATE
for workout with percent of maximum
(in small numbers, lower right).
PRESS
the
MODE
key to advance
to next screen.
NOTE:
If heart rate is above or below target zone the number
will blink on and off.
4.
LAP DETAIL
is displayed in descending order (last lap completed
LAP DETAIL is displayed in descending order (last lap completed LAP DETAIL
to first).
Upper line
blinks to display
LAP NUMBER
followed by
LAP
TIME
.
Lower line
displays
AVERAGE HEART RATE FOR LAP
and
PERCENT OF MAXIMUM
.
Press the
MODE
key to advance to previous lap.
5.
You may exit the Memory Playback at any time by
PRESSING &
HOLDING
the
MODE
key.
OPERATING THE WATCH
CHRONOGRAPH MEMORY PLAYBACK –
PULSEWARE MAX
Pulseware Max heart rate monitors are equipped with a memory that
gives you detailed information playback of your completed workout.
1.
In
CHRONOGRAPH
mode with the
CHRONOGRAPH STOPPED
PRESS &
HOLD MODE
key. The first two screens are
summaries of entire workout.
2.
UPPER LINE
displays
TOTAL TIME FOR
WORKOUT
followed by
WORKOUT followed by WORKOUT
NUMBER OF LAPS
and
AVERAGE LAP TIME
(example: 06.03:58
= 6 laps, 3 min. 58 sec. Average per lap).
LOWER LINE
displays
MAXIMUM HEART
RATE
with
PERCENT OF MAXIMUM HR
(in small numbers, lower right) followed by
AVERAGE HEART RATE
for workout with
percent of maximum (in small numbers, lower
right).
NOTE:
If heart rate is above or below target zone the number
will blink on and off.
Press the
MODE
key to advance to next screen.
3.
LAP DETAIL
is displayed in descending order (last lap completed
LAP DETAIL is displayed in descending order (last lap completed LAP DETAIL
to first).
Upper line blinks to display
LAP NUMBER
followed by
LAP
TIME
.
Lower line displays
AVERAGE HEART RATE FOR LAP
and
PERCENT OF MAXIMUM
.
Press the
MODE
key to advance to previous lap.
4.
You may exit the Memory Playback at any time by
PRESSING &
HOLDING
the
MODE
key.
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OPERATING THE COUNTDOWN TIMER (MAX & DUO)
Pulseware heart rate monitors are equipped with a Countdown Timer
for time-based and interval workouts. The Countdown Timer operates
independent of the Chronograph and will not effect its operation.
DISPLAY:
PULSEWARE DUO:
Upper line
displays
TIMER
.
Lower line
displays
CURRENT HEART RATE
.
PULSEWARE MAX:
Upper line
displays
TIMER
.
Lower line
displays
TIME OF DAY
.
NOTE:
Chronograph must be activated to record heart rate
and KCAL information.
1.
Advance to
TIMER
mode by
PRESSING
the
MODE
key.
2.
SET
TIME
R
to desired
TIME OF
INTERVAL
.
3.
PRESS SS
key to
BEGIN TIMER
operation.
4.
Once set time has elapsed, the monitor will
sound 3 short beeps.
Upper line
of
TIMER SCREEN
will
automatically
RESET
to
RESET to RESET
PRE-PROGRAMMED TIME
.
5.
If the
TIMER
is set to
REPEAT
(Pulseware Duo only),
REPEAT (Pulseware Duo only), REPEAT
TIMER
will
automatically
RESTART COUNTDOWN
.
6.
Press
SS
to start timing another interval.
Note: You can reset the timer any time by
PRESSING &
HOLDING
the
SS
key.
OPERATING THE WATCH OPERATING THE WATCH
KCAL MODE (MAX & DUO)
Pulseware heart rate monitors calculate calories
used during your workout. Fat Burn mode
estimates body fat burned during exercise.
This mode is useful when comparing exercise
volume of different fitness activities.
In KCAL mode, you can select
CALORIES
DISPLAY
or
DISPLAY or DISPLAY
FAT BURN DISPLAY
by
FAT BURN DISPLAY by FAT BURN DISPLAY
PRESSING & HOLDING
the
MODE
key.
NOTE:
You must activate the
Chronograph to record data in KCAL mode.
DISPLAY:
PULSEWARE DUO:
Upper line
displays
CALORIES USED
or
BODY FAT BURNED
in pounds.
Lower line
displays
CURRENT
HEART RATE
.
PULSEWARE MAX:
Upper line
displays
CALORIES USED
or
BODY FAT BURNED
in pounds.
Lower line
displays
TIME OF DAY
.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CARE OF THE WRIST UNIT
Your Pulseware heart rate monitor should be protected from shocks,
extreme heat and extended exposure to direct sunlight. As the owner
of the product you should only perform service procedures related
to the changing of the battery as shown in this manual. You should
NEVER attempt to disassemble or otherwise service your watch.
When not in use, your watch should be stored in a clean, dry area at
room temperature.
If your Pulseware heart rate monitor gets dirty it should be carefully
wiped clean using a moist cloth. Care should be taken when cleaning
the lens not to rub dirt into the surface as it can become scratched
and hard to read.
CARE OF THE HEART RATE TRANSMITTER
After every use you should rinse the transmitter strap and elastic
in warm fresh water and dry with a dry cloth. Do not store the
transmitter when wet as this may shorten the battery life. The
transmitter should be stored flat rather than folded and should never
be bent or stretched as this may damage the electrodes. Never lay
your heart rate transmitter on a metal surface, as this will quickly
drain the battery.
CHANGING BATTERIES IN THE WATCH
Pulseware heart rate monitors use a commonCR2032 3v Lithium
battery in both the watch and heart rate transmitter. These batteries
are commonly available at camera, bicycle, electronics and drug
stores. Normal battery life for the watch is approximately 1 yr.
NOTE:
Heavy use of the Backlight system may significantly
reduce battery life.
A blank display or inaccurate heart rate readings are
indications that the battery is getting weak and should
be replaced.
1.
Using a coin that closely fits the slot in the battery
door located on the back of the watch, turn the
battery door counter clockwise until the door
comes free of the watch.
2.
Take care not to damage the O-ring seal for the
battery compartment and carefully remove the
old battery.
3.
Place a fresh battery in the battery compartment
with the positive (+) side facing up.
4.
With the O-ring in the proper position, place the battery door over
the opening and tighten it down by using a coin and turning in a
clockwise direction.
5.
If the O-ring has been damaged, replace it before reinstalling
the battery door. Most jewelers and watch shops should have
replacement O-ring seals.
NOTE:
Extreme care should be taken when replacing the
battery to ensure the unit remains fully water resistant. Failure
to properly replace the battery and correctly seal the unit may
cause the unit to become damaged and may void the warranty.
Lithium batteries of the type used in this watch are extremely
sensitive to improper storage. It is our experience that many of the
batteries being sold as new have been stored improperly and are
already dead or nearly dead when purchased. If you replace the
battery in your watch and it does not become functional, do not
assume there is something wrong with the watch. Try another battery
and see if that solves things, most of the time it will.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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REPLACING THE TRANSMITTER BATTERY – DUO
The Pulseware Max and Duo feature a wireless heart rate
transmission system. This system uses a heart rate transmitter, which
is worn, on your chest. Like the watch unit, the transmitter is powered
by a CR2032 3v Lithium battery. Under normal conditions you can
expect to get approximately 700-800 hours of transmitter use with a
fresh battery.
1.
Using a coin that closely fits the slot in the battery door located
on the back of the transmitter, turn the battery door counter
clockwise until the door comes free of the transmitter body.
2.
Take care not to damage the O-ring seal for the battery
compartment and carefully remove the old battery.
3.
Place a fresh battery in the battery compartment with the positive
(+) side facing up.
4.
With the O-ring in the proper position, place the battery door over
the opening and tighten it down by using a coin and turning in a
clockwise direction.
5.
If the O-ring has been damaged, replace it before reinstalling
If the O-ring has been damaged, replace it before reinstalling
the battery door. Most jewelers and watch shops should have
replacement O-ring seals.
NOTE:
Extreme care should be taken when replacing the
battery to ensure the unit remains fully water resistant. Failure
to properly replace the battery and correctly seal the unit may
cause the unit to become damaged and may void the warranty.
FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS AND RANGES
GENERAL
Operational Temperature -10C to +50C/ 14F to 120F
Water Resistance 3 ATM
Watch Battery CR 2032 3v Lithium
Heart Rate Transmitter Battery CR 2032 3v Lithium
Auto Calendar 2004-2054
Time of Day – 12 or 24-hr. formats with 1-second resolution
Daily Alarm – 24 hours with 1-minute resolution
Age display – 10-99 years
Weight display – 44-499 lbs. (20-230 kg.)
HEART RATE MONITOR
Range 40-240 Beats per Minute
Resolution 1 Beat per Minute
CHRONOGRAPH
Range 24 hours
26-Lap capacity
Resolution 0.1 second for first hour; 1.0 second for hours 2-23
SPECIFICATIONS AND RANGESCARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Your Pulseware heart rate monitor is a very sensitive and sophis-
ticated instrument. If properly cared for it should last and remain
accurate for many years. However, from time to time problems may
occur. It has been our experience that the majority of the problems
seen by consumers with products such as the Pulseware are related
to dead or dying batteries.
While the estimated life of a fresh battery in the unit is approximately
one year, this can be shortened considerably if the backlight feature
of the unit is used extensively. Whenever you are experiencing issues
related to the function of the unit it is recommended that you install a
fresh battery as a first course of action, especially if it has been more
than a half a year since the last time the battery was replaced.
BE AWARE:
Lithium batteries of the type used in this watch are very
susceptible to improper storage. Many times, batteries purchased as
new are dead or weak before they are purchased. Do not assume that
batteries in stores are good. If you try a new battery and problems
persist, please try a second battery from another source, just to be
certain.
If the battery on the watch unit of the Pulseware heart rate monitor
is failing it may show itself in several ways. Indications of a weak
battery are:
1.
A fading or blank display. Also if the display goes blank when the
backlight is operated and then comes back on when the backlight
system turns off.
2.
Inaccurate readings from the heart rate systems.
3.
Reduced heart rate system reception distance.
TROUBLESHOOTING – BASIC TROUBLE SHOOTING – HEART RATE
INTERFERENCE
Heart rate monitors are subject to interference from a wide range
of external sources of electromagnetic and microwave radiation.
High tension power lines, home and automotive electronics, exercise
equipment, home security systems, traffic light controls, airport radar
systems and other things are capable under the right conditions of
blocking the heart rate transmission system. When this happens, the
user will usually notice a very heart rate reading (200+ ) or a reading
of zero. Usually sources of interference are localized and the unit will
return to proper operation in a few seconds or at most minutes.
CROSS TALK (USING CHEST STRAP TRANSMITTER)
Exercising in close proximity to other people using heart rate monitors
may cause your watch to pick up signals from chest straps other than
your own. This is known as Cross Talk. To avoid problems associated
with Cross Talk it is recommended that you separate yourself from
others wearing heart rate monitors by a minimum of 3’ or 1m in all
directions.
TRANSMISSION RANGE
(USING CHEST STRAP TRANSMITTER)
The heart rate monitor system has an effective range of 28-30 inches
(.75 meters). If the monitor is separated from the transmitter strap by
a greater distance than this, you may not be able to receive a heart
rate signal. Additionally, the orientation of the watch and transmitter
must be such that the reading direction of watch face is not aligned
perpendicular to the transmitter. Having the system in this orientation
will significantly reduce the units range.
HIGHGEAR USA INC.
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