HighGear Solo 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.

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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 Solo) 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
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
MODES 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
SETTING 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

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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
FINGER TOUCH HEART RATE MODE (PULSEWARE MINI)
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3TOUCH 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
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WEARING THE HEART RATE TRANSMITTER STRAP
(PULSEWARE SOLO 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
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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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 of 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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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
KEY FUNCTIONS
SS KEY
EL/SET KEY
MODE KEY
FINGER-TOUCH
HR SENSOR
FINGER-TOUCH
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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.
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.
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KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
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
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.
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
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
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MODES OF OPERATION
PULSEWARE SOLO MAIN DISPLAY MODES
Advance through the modes below using QUICK PRESSES of the MODE key.
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TIMER

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MODES OF OPERATION
PULSEWARE MINI MAIN DISPLAY MODES
Advance through the modes below using QUICK PRESSES of the MODE key.
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HEART RATE
(in all modes)
ALARMKCAL
COUNTDOWN
TIMER
CHRONOGRAPHTIME/DATE

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TIME/DATE MODE (MINI & SOLO)
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.
SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
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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 PRESSING the MODE key. ADJUST
DAY using QUICK PRESSES of the SS key.
9. PRESS the MODE key to exit the setting sequence and return to
TIME OF DAY screen.
NOTE: You can exit the setting sequence at any time by
PRESSING & HOLDING the EL/SET key.
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SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
SETTING THE CHRONOGRAPH (MINI & SOLO)
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.
4. Advance to set Training Zone by
PRESSING the MODE key. ADJUST
UPPER LIMIT using QUICK PRESSES of
the SS key.
5. Advance to set Lower Limit by PRESSING the MODE key.
ADJUST LOWER LIMIT using QUICK PRESSES of the SS key.
6 . PRESS the MODE key to EXIT the setting sequence and return to
Chronograph screen.
NOTE: You can exit the setting sequence at any time by
PRESSING & HOLDING the EL/SET key.
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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.
3. SET TIMER to REPEAT (Pulseware Solo
only). The Pulesware Solo allows you to
program the Timer to automatically repeat.
Upper Line will display RE2. Select Repeat
OFF or 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
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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
GRAPHIC DISPLAY BAR on the left side of
the display screen indicates progress toward
CALORIES TARGET. Each segment represents
10% of CALORIES TARGET in KCAL mode.
FAT BURN mode estimates body fat burned
during exercise. In KCAL mode, you can select
CALORIES DISPLAY or 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
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SETTING CALORIES DATA
1. Advance to KCAL mode by PRESSING the MODE key.
2. PROGRAM your RESTING HEART RATE
(Pulseware Mini only) 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 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
the setting sequence.
6. ADJUST GENDER using QUICK
PRESSES of the SS key.
7. Advance to set Weight by PRESSING the
MODE key.
ADJUST WEIGHT (pounds or kilograms)
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 (TG upper left display) using 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 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.
SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
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SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS
ALARM MODE - PULSEWARE SOLO
The Pulseware Solo 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 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.
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.
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