Solo 925 - Sports Watch Sportline - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Solo 925 Sportline

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 1

WARNINGS & CAUTIONS 2 CARE & MAINTENANCE 3 WATCH FUNCTIONS 4

KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5-6

SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS

REPLACING THE WATCH BATTERY 23

SP5705IS03SPO.indd 3SP5705IS03SPO.indd 3 7/28/10 4:34 PM7/28/10 4:34 PM1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch. Please keep in mind; your watch is a sensitive technical instrument. With proper care and maintenance, it will last for many years. However, improper care and handling can cause the various sensors to be damaged and to stop functioning.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Sportline Personal Fitness Monitors have many unique features and functions. Please read all sections of this manual carefully and become fully familiar with the operation of the watch before using it in the field. Proper setup and operation will greatly enhance the watches usefulness and your enjoyment. 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 screens for each operational process are shown adjacent to the instructions for the process; important keys are shown indicating PRESS & HOLD and PRESS. The steps for the programming or operation are adjacent to the screen illustration. Key points and important information are shown in highlighted blocks. ACTIVATING THE WATCH FROM POWER DOWN MODE PLEASE NOTE: Your watch was originally shipped in Power Down Mode to conserve battery life. To deactivate Power Down mode: PRESS & HOLD ANY KEY for 5 seconds. SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:1SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:1 7/28/10 4:34 PM7/28/10 4:34 PM2 925 Solo WARNINGS & CAUTIONS

WARNING: Before starting any exercise program or performing any vigorous physical activity, we strongly

suggest you visit your doctor for a complete physical and to discuss your plans. CAUTION: Your watch is designed to be water resistant to a static pressure of 3 ATM and can be worn while showering and light swimming. However, we recommend that extensive use of the unit in the water be avoided whenever possible. Care should be taken not to press any keys while the unit is submerged as this can force moisture past the key seals and damage the unit. CAUTION: Avoid exposing your watch to extreme conditions for a prolonged period of time. CAUTION: Avoid rough usage or severe impacts to your watch. DO NOT use hand cream as it will insulate the signal between the skin and sensor contacts. DO NOT use the fingertips where the skin is dry and thick. For those with extremely dry skin, moisten fingers and wrist with tap water or a conductive gel. CLEAN the Back Cover occasionally by using a damp cloth. Then wipe dry to remove any residual grease. CLEAN your skin and fingers with soap and water for a better signal transmission. AVOID doing awkward motions during measurement. It may create inaccurate heart rate readings. SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:2SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:2 7/28/10 4:34 PM7/28/10 4:34 PM3

• NEVER attempt to disassemble or service your unit.

DO NOT expose the unit to extreme heat, shocks, magnetic fields, electrical noise, strong vibration or long-term exposure to direct sunlight.

DO NOT drop or step on the watch.

TO CLEAN THE UNIT: wipe with a lightly moistened cloth. Apply mild soap to the area if there are stubborn stains or marks. Do not expose the unit to strong chemicals such as gasoline, cleaning solvents, acetone, alcohol or insect repellents as they may damage the unit’s seal, case and/or finish.

STORE the unit in a dry place when you are not using it. CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have questions, comments or need assistance with your Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch, you may contact Customer Support by calling 1-866-694-4575. CARE & MAINTENANCE SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:3SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:3 7/28/10 4:34 PM7/28/10 4:34 PM4 925 Solo TIME

• Single user-selected HR Zone

• 1/100 second resolution

KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

• Scroll through operating modes

PRESS & HOLD: Enter/Exit the programming sequence

• Set values being adjusted in programming sequence START/STOP KEY (S/S)

• Increase setting values being adjusted in programming sequence RESET KEY (R)

• Decrease setting values being adjusted in programming sequence LIGHT KEY

KEYS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

Heart rate may be acquired from any operating mode (not in any Setting Sequence).

1. With the watch on your wrist, TOUCH & HOLD the HEART RATE SENSOR

(anywhere on the metal top plate of the watch) with your index finger. NOTE: If Heart Rate Sensors are accidentally touched, the watch will automatically attempt to acquire heart rate. If no heart rate is detected, watch will resume operating mode in approximately 10 seconds. This will not interfere with any timing functions in progress. NOTE: You may exit Heart Rate mode at any time by Pressing the Mode, Start/Stop or Reset key.

2. Continue TOUCHING & HOLDING until heart rate displays.

3. Once Heart Rate is acquired, RELEASE THE SENSOR. Heart Rate will continue to

display for a period of approximately 10 seconds.

HOW TO MEASURE YOUR STRIDE LENGTH

1. Your stride is the distance between your back foot’s toe and your front foot’s toe (fig. 1). To find out what

your stride is, walk or run 10 steps and then measure the distance with a tape measure from the first step’s toe to the 10th step’s toe (fig. 2). Divide your total distance by 10 to get your average stride length.

2. For a quick estimate, walk 3 steps, measure the distance, and divide by 3. The more steps you take, the

more accurate and realistic your stride will be. An average walking stride for a female is 2 feet (24in), a male is 2.5 feet (30in).

Power Down/Reset mode allows you to conserve battery life by deactivating the unit when the monitor is not being used for long periods of time. To activate Power Down mode:

1. In Time mode, PRESS & HOLD the MODE, START/STOP & RESET keys for 5 seconds.

NOTE: Time/Date, User Profiles and Memory files will be reset to factory defaults.

2. To deactivate Power Save mode and resume normal operation, PRESS ANY KEY for 3 seconds.

To deactivate finger Touch Heart Rate (when you don’t want to accidentally acquire heart rate):

1. In Time mode, PRESS & HOLD the START/STOP key. The lock icon ( ) will appear in the upper left of the

2. To unlock, PRESS & HOLD the START/STOP key for 2 seconds in Time mode. The lock icon will disappear.

The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch has 8 main operating modes: Time/Date, Pedometer, Heart Rate Zone, Resting Heart Rate, Alarm/Chime, Chronograph, Countdown Timer and Dual Time. Scroll through modes by PRESSING the MODE key. The watch also has 4 Pedometer sub modes (see following page). You may acquire Heart Rate by TOUCHING & HOLDING the Heart Rate Sensor in any operating mode. TIME/DATE PEDOMETER HEART RATE ZONE RESTING HEART RATE ALARM/CHIME PRESS MODE PRESS MODE PRESS MODE

PRESSING the RESET key in Pedometer mode. You may acquire Heart Rate by TOUCHING & HOLDING the Heart Rate Sensor in any operating mode.

1. In Time mode, PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to enter the programming sequence.

The variable being adjusted will flash on and off.

2. Reset Seconds to zero (00) by PRESSING the START/STOP (S/S) or RESET (R) key.

Advance to Set Minutes by PRESSING the MODE key.

3. Adjust Minutes by PRESSING START/STOP (to increase) or RESET (to decrease). Set

Minutes and advance to Set Hour by PRESSING the MODE key.

4. Adjust Hour by PRESSING S/S or R. Set Hour and advance to Set Year by PRESSING

5. Adjust Year by PRESSING S/S or R. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

6. Adjust Month by PRESSING S/S or R. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

7. Adjust Day by PRESSING S/S or R. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

8. Adjust Month/Date display format by PRESSING S/S or R. Set Format by PRESSING

9. Adjust 12/24-hour format by PRESSING S/S or R. Set Format by PRESSING

10. Turn Key Beep ON or OFF by PRESSING S/S or R. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

11. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to exit the Programming Sequence.

SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS

The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch is equipped with a Daily Alarm. To Set Alarm:

1. In Alarm Mode, PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to enter the Programming Sequence.

2. Adjust Hour by PRESSING the S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

3. Adjust Minutes by PRESSING the S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

4. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to exit the Programming Sequence and return to

5. Turn Alarm ON or OFF by PRESSING the START/STOP (S/S) or key. Alarm icon ( )

will display in far right of screen when activated.

6. Turn Hourly Chime ON or OFF by PRESSING the RESET (R) key. Hourly Chime icon

) will display in far right of screen when Chime is activated.

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FINDING YOUR TARGET HEART RATE ZONE

Losing weight and managing to keep it off is a lot easier when you exercise in your target heart rate zone. To get the most out of any exercise program, you should target 55% to 85% of your maximum heart rate depending on your fitness level and objectives. Fat Burning Zone: 55% - 65% of maximum heart rate. This zone is ideal for fitness beginners on a low to moderate intensity program. Exercising in this zone reduces blood pressure and cholesterol and nearly all the calories burned are fats. Cardio Zone: 65% - 75% of maximum heart rate. Reaching this zone requires more intense aerobic activity and is perfect for fitness enthusiasts working to burn maximum calories from fat and carbohydrates. Endurance Zone: 75% - 85% of maximum heart rate. Exercising in the Endurance Zone is generally recommended for athletes in training. Cardiovascular strengthening, increased metabolism and elevated caloric burn are the primary benefits. SETTING HEART RATE TARGET ZONE AND USER PROFILE The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch allows you to set a Target Heart Rate Zone for targeted exercise. The watch automatically calculates your Maximum Heart Rate from your User Profile.

1. In Heart Rate Zone mode, PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to enter the Programming Sequence.

2. Adjust Upper Zone Limit (Hi in display) by PRESSING the START/STOP (S/S) or RESET (R) key. Set by

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3. Adjust Lower Zone Limit (Lo in display) by PRESSING the START/STOP (S/S) or RESET

(R) key. Set Target Zone by PRESSING the MODE key.

4. Adjust Birth Year by PRESSING S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

5. Adjust Birth Month by PRESSING S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

6. Adjust Birth Day by PRESSING S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

7. Adjust Gender (M=Male, F=Female) by PRESSING S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the

8. Select Units (Imperial or Metric) by PRESSING S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the

MODE key. NOTE: This setting will effect Distance and Speed displays in Pedometer mode.

9. Adjust Weight by PRESSING S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

10. Adjust Height by PRESSING S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

11. Adjust Stride Length (see “Measuring Stride Length” page 7) by PRESSING S/S or R

key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

12. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to exit the Programming Sequence and return to Heart

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The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch allows you to set a walking goal and adjust sensitivity to maximize your workout. By activating the Goal setting, the watch displays an indicator bar to show the progress you have made on your desired step goal. To test sensitivity setting, while wearing the watch and walking, watch as the steps are recorded. If it seems that steps are being missed or over counted, adjust the sensitivity 1 (lowest) - 3 (highest). 2 is the default setting.

1. In Pedometer Mode, PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to enter the Programming

2. Turn the Goal indicator ON/OFF by PRESSING the S/S key. Set by PRESSING the

3. Adjust the number of steps for your goal by PRESSING the S/S or R key. Advance to

adjust the next digit by PRESSING the MODE key. Continue through all digits. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

4. Turn Average Heart Rate Beep ON/Off by PRESSING S/S. Set by PRESSING the MODE

5. Adjust your sensitivity (1-3) by PRESSING the S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the

6. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to exit the Programming Sequence.

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SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS

The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch has an audible signal that alerts you when you are above or below your Target Heart Rate Zone. This feature can be turned ON or OFF from Heart Rate mode by PRESSING the START/STOP (S/S) key. SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:16SP5705IS03SPO.indd Sec1:16 7/28/10 4:34 PM7/28/10 4:34 PM17

SETTING THE WATCH FUNCTIONS

Your Resting Heart Rate is a useful reference for tracking your fitness progress. As you gain fitness, your Resting Heart Rate will lower. NOTE: it is recommended to check your Resting Heart Rate just after waking in the morning. For best results, check your Resting Heart Rate under consistent conditions.

2. An audible beep will sound. Your Resting Heart Rate will be displayed and recorded.

The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch is equipped with a 100-hour Countdown Timer. To set Timer:

1. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key in Timer mode.

2. Adjust Seconds by PRESSING the START/STOP (S/S) or RESET (R) key. Set by

PRESSING the MODE key.

3. Adjust Minutes by PRESSING the S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

4. Adjust Hours by PRESSING the S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

5. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to exit the Programming Sequence and return to

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SET: MODE ADJUST: S/S or R SETTING DUAL-TIME The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch is equipped with a Dual-Time setting. To set Dual-Time:

1. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key in Dual-Time mode.

2. Adjust Hour by PRESSING the STOP/START (S/S) or RESET (R) key.

Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

3. Adjust Minutes by PRESSING the S/S or R key. Set by PRESSING the MODE key.

4. PRESS & HOLD the MODE key to exit the Programming Sequence.

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1. To START recording Pedometer information, PRESS the START/STOP (S/S) key. Pedometer icon ( ) will

flash in lower left of screen when Pedometer is activated. NOTE: To prevent false counting, there is a 10 second delay built into the watch when you 1st begin walking. Steps are still being recorded in the 10 second period and will be automatically added to the step count after 10 seconds.

2. To STOP recording, PRESS the S/S key for 2 seconds.

3. To RESET the Pedometer, in any Pedometer mode, PRESS & HOLD the R key (the pedometer must be

The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch is equipped with a 100-hour Chronograph. To operate the Chronograph:

1. To START timing, PRESS the START/STOP (S/S) key.

2. To STOP timing, PRESS the S/S key.

3. To RESET the Chronograph, PRESS & HOLD the RESET (R) key.

The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch is equipped with a 100-hour Countdown Timer. To operate the Timer:

1. To START timing, PRESS the START/STOP (S/S) key.

2. To STOP timing, PRESS the S/S key.

The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch is equipped with an electroluminescent (EL) Backlight System for viewing the display in low light conditions. To operate the Backlight System:

1. PRESS the EL key.

NOTE: excessive use of Backlight System may significantly reduce battery life.

1. The display fades in part or completely

2. The heart rate function will not activate

3. Backlight System does not operate

To replace the battery of your The Sportline 925 Solo Heart Rate Watch, we recommend you take it to a watch repair service center or certified jeweler. This will ensure that the water resistance will be retained after battery replacement.

REPLACING THE WATCH BATTERY

• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged

• Rechargeable batteries must be removed before recharging

• Rechargeable batteries should only be recharged under adult supervision

• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries

• Exhausted batteries are to be removed

• Do not mix old and new batteries

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire; batteries may explode or leak

• Do not dispose of product in fire; batteries may explode or leak

• If this product will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the product

• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited

• Batteries are to be inserted with correct polarity

• Clean the battery contacts and also those of the product prior to battery installation

• As always, dispose of batteries in an eco-friendly manner The purpose of the crossed-out wheelie bin symbol is to remind us that most electrical products, and batteries, contain trace elements (including Mercury Ð Hg, Cadmium Ð Cd and Lead Ð Pb) which could be harmful to our environment and therefore our health. We must all be careful to dispose of them responsibly in a specifically designated way Ð either using a collection scheme or into the correctly labelled civic amenity (NOT into general waste) Ð this will help your local authority to arrange to recycle or dispose of them in the appropriate manner.

SOLUTION: Apply conductive gel thoroughly to fingers. Tap water may help if conductive gel is not available. CAUSE: MUSCLE TREMORS CAUSED BY PRESSING ON SENSORS TOO HARD SOLUTION: Decrease finger pressure on the Sensor Pads. CAUSE: DEAD SKIN ON WRIST OR FINGER SOLUTION: Rub off excessive dead skin with a towel CAUSE: A THIN LAYER OF BODY GREASE INSULATES THE ECG SIGNAL PREVENTING WATCH FROM

DETECTING ECG HEART RATE

SOLUTION: Wipe wrist and the back of watch with a tissue or soft towel.

CAUSE: EXCESSIVE BODY HAIR

SOLUTION: Apply conductive gel to wrist.

• AM, PM, hour, minute, second

• Resolution: 1/100 second

• Exercise Time: 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59.99 seconds

• Water resistant up to 30 meters

• AM, PM, heure, minute, seconde

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