Polar Electro H7 User manual

User Manual
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Manuel d’Utilisation
Manuale d’uso
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快捷使用指南
Manufactured by
Polar Electro Oy
Professorintie 5
FI-90440 KEMPELE
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.polar.com
POLAR
H7
Compatible with
GymLink

B3
B2
C
B1
A1
A2
B4

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Polar H7 Heart Rate Sensor
This user manual contains instructions for Polar
H7 heart rate sensor.
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.
Register your Polar product at
http://register.polar.fi to ensure we can keep
improving our products and services to better
meet your needs.
Please follow the pictures on the front cover.
Heart Rate Sensor Parts
1. The plastic electrode areas on the reverse
side of the strap detect heart rate. Picture
A1.
2. The connector sends the heart rate signal
to the receiving device. Picture A2.
Polar H7 heart rate sensor enables training in a
group without interference from other heart rate
sensors.
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Wear the Heart Rate Sensor
1. Moisten the electrode areas of the strap.
Picture B1.
2. Attach the connector to the strap. Picture
B2.
3. Adjust the strap length to fit tightly but
comfortably.
4. Tie the strap around your chest, just below
the chest muscles, and attach the hook to
the other end of the strap. Picture B3.
5. Check that the moist electrode areas are
firmly against your skin and that the Polar
logo of the connector is in a central and
upright position. Picture B4.
Detach the connector from the strap and rinse
the strap under running water after every use.
Sweat and moisture may keep the electrodes
wet and the heart rate sensor activated. This
will reduce the transmitter battery life.
See detailed washing instructions in the Caring
for Your Heart Rate Sensor section or at
www.polar.com/support.
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Getting Started
Polar H7 heart rate sensor is compatible with
Bluetooth®smart ready devices that support
heart rate service. A separate application is
required to view heart rate data on the receiving
device (for example, a smartphone). It is
recommended to use the Polar Beat application
but it is also possible to use other applications.
If you have a polarpersonaltrainer.com account
Polar Beat automatically synchronizes your
training files to it. Please note that you must
sign in to your polarpersonaltrainer.com account
when starting Polar Beat for the synchronization
to work.
When using the Polar H7 for the first time,
you need to pair the heart rate sensor with
your receiving device. For more information
on pairing, see the mobile application
manufacturer's instructions.
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Polar H7 heart rate sensor is also compatible
with Polar training computers using GymLink
technology. For more information, go to
www.polar.com/support.
To ensure sufficient transmission range from
your Polar H7 heart rate sensor to the receiving
device, keep the device in front of you. A good
place is in a front pocket or fixed on a belt. Do
not wear the receiving device on your back (for
example, in a back pocket or backpack).
Using Your Heart Rate Sensor in Water
Polar H7 heart rate sensor is water resistant.
The GymLink technology can be used in water
activities, but Bluetooth®wireless technology
will not work in water. Please notice that sea
and pool water are very conductive, and
electrodes may short-circuit, preventing ECG
signals from being detected by the heart rate
sensor.
When using a bathing suit, the best
performance is achieved by wearing the heart
rate sensor underneath it.
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Caring for Your Heart Rate Sensor
The heart rate sensor is a high-tech instrument that
should be handled with care. Follow the caring
instructions to ensure reliable measurement and to
maximize the life span of the heart rate sensor. The
following instructions will help you fulfill guarantee
obligations.
Connector: Detach the connector from the strap after
every use and dry the connector with a soft towel. Clean
the connector with a mild soap and water solution when
needed. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material
(e.g. steel wool or cleaning chemicals).
Strap: Rinse the strap under running water after every
use and hang to dry. Clean the strap gently with a mild
soap and water solution when needed. Do not use
moisturizing soaps, because they can leave residue on
the strap. Do not soak, iron, dry clean or bleach the
strap. Do not stretch the strap or bend the electrode
areas sharply.
Dry and store the strap and the connector separately
to maximize the heart rate sensor battery lifetime.
Keep the heart rate sensor in a cool and dry place. Do
not store the heart rate sensor wet in non-breathing
material, such as a sports bag, to prevent snap
oxidation. Do not expose the heart rate sensor to direct
sunlight for extended periods.
Check the label on your strap to see if it is machine
washable. Never put the strap or the connector in a dryer!
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Batteries
The battery level of your heart rate sensor is displayed
on the receiving device.
All connectors have user changeable batteries. To
change the battery yourself, follow the instructions
below, and see the markings on the connector and
picture C on the front cover of this user manual.
1. Using a coin, open the battery cover by turning it
counterclockwise to OPEN.
2. Insert the battery (CR 2025) inside the cover with
the positive (+) side against the cover. Make sure
the sealing ring is in the groove to ensure water
resistance.
3. Press the cover back into the connector.
4. Use the coin to turn the cover clockwise to
CLOSE.
When changing the battery, make sure the sealing ring
is not damaged, in which case you should replace it
with a new one.
You can purchase the sealing ring/battery kits at
well-equipped Polar retailers and authorized Polar
Services. In the USA and Canada, the additional
sealing rings are available at authorized Polar Service
Centers. In the USA the sealing ring/battery kits are
also available at www.shoppolar.com.
Keep batteries away from children. If swallowed, contact a
doctor immediately. Batteries should be disposed of in
compliance with local regulations.
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Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an
incorrect type. Dispose of batteries according to the
instructions.
Service
During the two-year guarantee/warranty period we
recommend that you have service, other than battery
replacement, done by an authorized Polar Service
Center only. The warranty does not cover damage or
consequential damage caused by service not authorized
by Polar Electro. For contact information and all Polar
Service Center addresses, visit www.polar.com/support
and country-specific websites.
Precautions
For allergy information, see the listed materials in
Technical Specifications. Avoid skin reactions by
wearing the heart rate sensor over a shirt, moistened
under the electrodes.
The combined impact of moisture and intense abrasion may
cause a black color to come off the heart rate sensor’s
surface, possibly staining light-colored clothes. If you use
perfume or insect repellent on your skin, you must ensure
that it does not come into contact with the heart rate sensor.
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Technical Specifications
Battery type CR 2025
Battery sealing ring O-ring 20.0 x 1.0 Material FPM
Battery lifetime 200 h
Operating
temperature
14 °F to 122 °F/ -10 °C to
+50 °C
Connector material Polyamide
Strap material 38% Polyamide, 29%
Polyurethane, 20% Elastane,
13% Polyester
The Polar H7 heart rate sensor applies the following
patented technologies, among others:
•OwnCode®coded transmission
Limited Polar International 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.
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•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, armband,
elastic strap and Polar apparel.
• The guarantee does not cover any damage/s, losses,
costs or expenses, direct, indirect or incidental,
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.
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.
This marking shows that the product is protected
against electric shocks.
Bluetooth QD ID: B018857
Copyright 2013 Polar Electro Oy, FI-90440 KEMPELE,
Finland. Polar Electro Oy is a ISO 9001:2008 certified
company.
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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 ®
symbol in this user's manual or in the package of this
product are registered trademarks of Polar Electro Oy.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
of such marks by Polar Electro Oy is under license.
Disclaimer
Polar Electro Inc./Polar Electro Oy disclaims any and all
liabilities related to or arising from third parties'
products or services, which use the data generated by a
Polar product. Polar Electro Inc./Polar Electro Oy
disclaims any and all liabilities related to or arising
from the functioning / malfunctioning of third party
product or service, its interoperability with a Polar
product, safety of a third party product or service as
well as any other liabilities related to or arising from a
third party product or service. Polar Electro Inc./Polar
Electro Oy shall not be liable for any data transfer fees
or any other fees which might be due to or related to
the use of this Polar product.
This product is protected by the incorporeal rights of
Polar Electro Oy as defined by the following documents:
FI96380, EP0665947, US5611346, JP3568954,
EP1543769, US7418237. Other patents pending.
www.polar.com
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Manufactured by
Polar Electro Oy
Professorintie 5
FI-90440 KEMPELE
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.polar.com
Compatible with
GymLink