Polar Electro s3+ stride sensor User manual

POLAR s3+ STRIDE SENSOR
User Manual

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Congratulations! The Polar s3+ stride sensorTM
W.I.N.D. is the best choice for improving your
running technique and efficiency. Using
sensitive inertial sensors to track the position of
the foot it gives accurate and highly responsive
speed, distance, leg cadence and stride length
measurements.
The latest version of this user manual can be
downloaded at www.polar.com/support.
For video tutorials, go to
www.polar.com/en/polar_community/videos.
Please follow the pictures on the front cover.
Install Stride Sensor Battery
Before using the s3+ stride sensor for the first
time, insert the battery (included in the product
package).
1. Open the battery cover by turning it
counterclockwise to OPEN using a coin (see
picture 1).
2. Place the battery inside the cover with the
positive (+) side facing the cover (see
picture 2). Make sure the sealing ring is in
the groove to ensure water resistance.
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3. Place the cover with the battery inside it
into the sensor.
4. Press the cover in place and close it by
turning clockwise from OPEN to CLOSE
using a coin (see picture 3).
Teach a New Stride Sensor to Your Training
Computer
Your new s3+ stride sensor must be introduced
to your Polar training computer in order to
analyze your running technique and efficiency.
This is called teaching. For further information,
refer to the training computer user manual or go
to www.polar.com/support.
The s3+ stride sensor can be positioned
either on the shoelaces or in the sole cavity of
a specific running shoe.
Attach Stride Sensor on Shoelaces
1. Undo your shoelaces and place the holder
on top of the tongue of the shoe (see
picture 4). Make sure the holder flap is
facing upwards.
2. Thread the laces in through the holes on
the sides of the holder and out through the
hole on the bottom of the holder (see
picture 4). Thread the laces through the
small flap on the tongue of the shoe to
ensure the holder does not move while
running.
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3. Tighten the laces.
4. Fit the front part of the sensor into the
holder and press from the rear (see picture
5). Fasten the flap.
5. Make sure the sensor does not move and is
aligned with your foot. The more secure the
sensor, the more accurately speed and
distance is measured.
Calibrate the s3+ Stride Sensor
Calibration of the stride sensor improves the
accuracy of speed, pace and distance
measurements. It is recommended that you
calibrate the stride sensor before using it for the
first time, if there are significant changes in
your running style, or if the position of the
stride sensor on the shoe is dramatically
changed (e.g. if you have new shoes or if you
switch the sensor from your right shoe to your
left one). You can calibrate the stride sensor by
running a known accurate distance, or by
setting the calibration factor manually. The
calibration should be done at the speed you
normally run. If you run at different speeds, the
calibration should be done at your average
speed.
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Calibrate stride sensor during training
(on-the-fly calibration): You can calibrate the
stride sensor at any phase of your training
session with actual distance correction, when
you have run a known distance, preferably more
than 1000 meters, calibrate the stride sensor as
instructed in the user manual for the Polar
product in question.
Set calibration factor manually: The
calibration factor is calculated as a ratio of the
actual distance to the uncalibrated distance.
For instance if you run 1200 m and the Polar
product shows a distance of 1180 m with
calibration factor 1.000. Calculate the new
factor as follows: 1.000*1200/1180 = 1.017.
The measuring range for the factor is
0.500-1.500.
Service
During the two-year guarantee/warranty period,
we recommend that you service the product at
an authorized Polar Service Center only. The
warranty does not cover damage or
consequential damage caused by service not
authorized by Polar Electro.
Changing batteries: To change the batteries of
the stride sensor yourself, follow the given
instructions. To ensure the maximum lifespan of
the battery cover, open it only when changing
the battery. When changing the battery, make
sure the sealing ring is not damaged. Battery
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kits with sealing rings are available at
well-equipped Polar retailers and authorized
Polar Service Centers. In the USA and Canada,
sealing rings are available at authorized Polar
Service Centers only.
If you would prefer Polar to replace the battery,
contact an authorized Polar Service Center. The
Service will test the stride sensor after replacing
the battery.
Keep batteries away from children. If
swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.
Batteries should be properly disposed of
according to local regulations.
Care and Maintenance
Your safety is important to us. The shape of the
stride sensor is designed to minimize the
possibility of getting caught in something. In
any case, be careful when running with the
stride sensor in brushwood, for example.
The stride sensor is water resistant and can be
safely worn in the rain. Do not immerse the
stride sensor in water as it is not intended for
underwater activities. Do not expose to direct
sunlight for extended periods.
Keep your stride sensor in a cool and dry place.
Do not keep in a damp environment, in non-
breathable material (a plastic bag or a sports
bag) nor with conductive material (a wet towel).
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Technical Specifications
Battery life: Average 200 hours of use
Battery type: CR2430
Battery sealing ring: O-Ring 25.0 x 1.2, material silicone
Operating temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F
Accuracy: ±3 % or better once calibrated,
definition applies to stable conditions
Limited International Polar Guarantee
• This guarantee does not affect the consumer’s
statutory rights under applicable national or state
laws in force, or the consumer’s rights against the
dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract.
• This limited Polar international guarantee is issued
by Polar Electro Inc. for consumers who have
purchased this product in the USA or Canada. This
limited Polar international guarantee is issued by
Polar Electro Oy for consumers who have purchased
this product in other countries.
• Polar Electro Oy/Polar Electro Inc. guarantees the
original consumer/purchaser of this device that the
product will be free from defects in material or
workmanship for two (2) years from the date of
purchase.
•The receipt of the original purchase is your proof
of purchase!
• The guarantee does not cover the battery, normal
wear and tear, damage due to misuse, abuse,
accidents or non-compliance with the precautions;
improper maintenance, commercial use, cracked,
broken or scratched cases/displays, elastic strap and
Polar apparel.
• The guarantee does not cover any damage/s, losses,
costs or expenses, direct, indirect or incidental,
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consequential or special, arising out of, or related to
the product.
• Items purchased second hand are not covered by
the two (2) year warranty, unless otherwise
stipulated by local law.
• During the guarantee period, the product will be
either repaired or replaced at any of the authorized
Polar Service Centers regardless of the country of
purchase.
Guarantee with respect to any product will be limited to
countries where the product has been initially
marketed.
Copyright © 2013 Polar Electro Oy, FI-90440
KEMPELE.
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be used
or reproduced in any form or by any means without
prior written permission of Polar Electro Oy. The names
and logos marked with a ™ symbol in this user manual
or in the package of this product are trademarks of
Polar Electro Oy. The names and logos marked with a ®
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product are registered trademarks of Polar Electro Oy.
Polar Electro Oy is an ISO 9001:2008 certified
company.
This product is compliant with Directives 93/42/EEC,
1999/5/EC and 2011/65/EU. The relevant Declaration
of Conformity is available at www.polar.com/support.
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Compliance Statement
Canada
Polar Electro Oy has not approved any changes or
modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Polar Electro Oy n’a approué aucune modification
apportée à l’appareil par l’utilisateur, quelle qu’en soit
la nature. Tout changement ou toute modification
peuvent annuler le droit d’utilisation de l’appareil par
l’utilisateur.
Industry Canada (IC) regulatory information
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio
transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type
and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the
transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential
radio interference to other users, the antenna type and
its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than
that necessary for successful communication.
This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
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Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie
Canada
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada,
le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une
antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur)
approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le
but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique
à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le
type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance
isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas
l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une
communication satisfaisante.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de
brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter
tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Class B digital device notice
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003, RSS-Gen and RSS-210.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à
la norme NMB-003, CNR-Gen et CNR-210 du Canada.
USA
Polar Electro Oy has not approved any changes or
modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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FCC regulatory information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV
technician for help.
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This product emits radio frequency energy, but the
radiated output power of this device is far below the
FCC radio frequency exposure limits. This equipment
complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits forth
for an uncontrolled environment. Nevertheless, the
device should be used in such a manner that the
potential for human contact with the antenna during
normal operation is minimized.
This crossed out wheeled bin marking shows that Polar
products are electronic devices and are in the scope of
Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and
of the Council on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE) and batteries and accumulators
used in products are in the scope of Directive
2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 6 September 2006 on batteries and
accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators.
These products and batteries/accumulators inside Polar
products should thus be disposed of separately in EU
countries.
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Disclaimer
•The material in this manual is for informational
purposes only. The products it describes are
subject to change without prior notice, due to the
manufacturer’s continuous development program.
•Polar Electro Inc. / Polar Electro Oy makes no
representations or warranties with respect to this
manual or with respect to the products described
herein.
•Polar Electro Inc. / Polar Electro Oy shall not be
liable for any damages, losses, costs or expenses,
direct, indirect or incidental, consequential or
special, arising out of, or related to the use of this
material or the products described herein.
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