Signal unsuccessful?
Gender
Age
Weight unit
Weight
Height unit
Height
Activity level
The signal search will take approximately
30 seconds. If after 30 seconds the “NO HR
BELT” is displayed, then your signal search
has been unsuccessful. You can either:
Memory
USER
1) Press +/ST/Sp and proceed to use the watch as a stopwatch (without exercise recording
function); or
Zone Trainer
On / Off
HR Zone range*
Set up
2) Press MODE/- to force another signal search.
HR ZONE
TOGGLE
MODEL: SE331
On/Off
analog or Digital?
(Enable display to auto toggle during exercise )
USER MANUAL
The digital signal is less susceptible to signal interference and is suitable in crowded areas or
where there are other monitors / equipment. You should only switch to the analog transmission
signal if the situation in point 2 occurs (see ‘Encountering difficulties?’ below).
SET uSEr prOfiLE
* For further details please refer to the “Understanding Heart Rate” section in this manual.
En
When prompted to set user profile after starting the watch for the first
time, the screen below will be shown. Go directly to step 4.
COnTrOL buTTOnS / LCD DiSpLay
wEaring ThE ChEST bELT
To switch from digital to analog or analog to digital system:
1) Press the chest belt button for more than 6 seconds.
If you only wish to use the stopwatch function (and not record any fitness data), skip
to ‘Start exercising’ section.
2) Press and hold MODE/- on the watch to force a signal search.
for normal setting procedure:
A
1. Press MODE/- repeatedly to select “SET”, “TIME” will be displayed shortly after.
2. Press +/ST/Sp repeatedly to navigate to “USER”.
3. Tap on lens to enter user profile setting options.
Chest belt
Encountering difficulties?
The chest belt counts your heartbeat and transmits this data to the watch.
In the event that you experience a weak signal or your signal is disrupted by interference in the
environment, follow the instructions below to identify and resolve the situation.
1
EL/Lock
1. Wet the conductive pads on the underside of the chest belt with a few drops of water or
conductive gel to ensure solid contact.
4. Set user profile according to the following order: gender, age, weight unit, weight, height
unit, height, fitness level, by pressing the following buttons:
1. The signal is weak - the watch may only show “0”:
2
3
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Shorten the distance between the heart rate chest belt and watch.
Re-adjust the position of the heart rate chest belt.
2. Holding the elastic strap, thread the plastic tab
through the eyelet of the chest belt unit. Turn it
slightly and snap into place.
5
6
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+/ST/Sp to increase value or toggle options
MODE/- to decrease value or toggle options
Tap on lens to confirm
4
Check the conductive pads are moist enough to ensure solid contact.
7
Check the batteries. If they are low or exhausted, the transmission range may be
shortened.
“DONE” indicates user profile setting has been completed. This is only shown when setting
the watch for the first time or after battery reset.
MODE/-
+/ST/SP
•
Press and hold MODE/- to force a signal search.
2. The gym equipment does not seem to work with your chest belt and the digital icon
displayed:
is
fiTnESS LEvEL
B
C
D
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Most gym equipment is compatible with the analog system
chest belt button for more than 6 seconds to change from digital to analog. Then press
. Press and hold the
The fitness level is based on your own self-assessment of how fit you are (depending on the
amount of exercise you regularly perform).
3. Place the heart rate chest belt slightly below your
chest and wrap the strap around your chest. Pass
the other tab through the remaining eyelet and
snap into place.
and hold MODE/- to force a signal search.
fiTnESS
1.
: key tone deactivated
3. Interference from another person’s heart rate monitor - their heart rate readings appear on
your watch, or the readings may fluctuate:
DESCripTiOn
LEvEL
2. Time; heart rate measurements; mode banners; exercise time / data
To ensure an accurate heart rate signal, adjust the
strap until the belt sits snugly below your pectoral
muscles.
Beginner – You haven’t exercised for a while and do not usually participate in
programmed recreation sports or exercise.
3.
4.
5.
6.
: low battery indicator
•
Force another signal search by pressing the chest belt button then press and hold
MODE/- on the watch. Do not press and hold the chest belt button, as it will change
the transmission signal from digital to analog.
BEG
: key press prompt (press MODE/-)
: keypad locked
Intermediate – You are engaged in modest physical activity (such as
INT
golfing, horseback riding, table tennis, calisthenics, bowling, weight lifting or
gymnastics) 2-3 times a week, totaling 1 hour per week.
4. The signal is jammed - “NO HR BELT” appears on the display after several tries:
:key press prompt (press +/ST/Sp)
•
There is too much interference in the environment for your heart rate monitor to
function. Move to an area where the watch can register your heart rate reading.
7. Key press prompt (Tap on lens):
setting
enter sub setting mode;
confirm
Athelete – You actively and regularly participate in heavy physical exercise
(such as running, jogging, swimming, cycling, or skipping rope) or engage in
vigorous aerobic exercise (such as tennis, basketball or handball).
ATH
warning Signal interference in the environment can be caused by electromagnetic
disturbances. These may occur near high voltage power lines, traffic lights, overhead lines
of electric railways, electric bus lines or trams, televisions, car motors, bike computers, some
motor driven exercise equipment, cellular phones or when you walk through electric security
gates. Under interference, the heart rate reading may become unstable and inaccurate.
A. EL/LOCK: Activate backlight; lock / unlock keypad
TipS
B. MODE/-: toggle between modes; exit current display and return to previous screen; initiate
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The position of the chest belt affects its performance.
nOTE You must enter the fitness level to calculate the calories burned.
search for HR signal; decrease value of the setting; toggle setting options
In dry, cold climates, it may take several minutes for the chest belt to function steadily.
This is normal and should improve with several minutes of exercise.
C. Tap on lens: enter setting mode; confirm setting; toggle through displays
Tip The watch generates calculations based on the inputted data to show the calorie / fat
burned and the period exercised at the chosen intensity (target HR zone range) to help you
track your progress over time. As you progress, update weight and fitness level to help the
watch give you an up-to-date reflection of your physical condition.
D. +/ST/Sp: start / stop stopwatch; increase value of the setting; toggle setting options
STarT ExErCiSing
nOTE To maintain the best performance of your chest belt, please handle it with care
according to the following:
If you wish to receive comprehensive calculations (such as your heart rate and the calorie / fat
burned) for an exercise session, before you start, allow the watch a few seconds to search for
chest belt first. For detailed information or if encountering difficulties, refer to “Transmission
signal” section above.
STarTing yOur waTCh (firST TiME)
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Do not wrap the chest belt in a wet towel nor with other wet materials.
Press and hold any key to activate the LCD screen. The watch will prompt you to set your
user profile. (Go directly to ‘Set user profile’ section, step 4).
Do not store the chest belt in a hot (about 122°F) and humid (about 90%) environment.
SETTing MODE
Do not place or wash the chest belt under running water, instead clean it with a wet
cloth.
After setting your user profile, the “USER” screen below will be shown. You can continue with
the other settings by pressing +/ST/Sp repeatedly (see step 2 below).
STarT TaKing MEaSurEMEnTS
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Do not place the conductive rubber face down on a metal table or surface.
Properly dry the chest belt immediately after use.
iMpOrTanT
•
However, if the user profile was set for the first time or after battery reset, the watch will
automatically return to the default time display. Start with step 1.
if using only the stopwatch function:
To ensure accurate calculations with your exercise, you are strongly encouraged to set the
watch and user profiles before exercising.
1. Press MODE/- to select “EXE”, “HR BELT” will be displayed shortly after to indicate system
1. Press MODE/- repeatedly to select “SET”, “TIME” will be displayed shortly after.
is searching for chest belt signal.
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Remember to set the profiles after every battery replacement or reset.
TranSMiSSiOn SignaL
2. Press +/ST/Sp to toggle between settings.
2. Press +/ST/Sp twice to skip heart rate signal search and start stopwatch.
The heart rate chest belt and watch have a maximum transmission range of about 25 inches.
They are equipped with the latest digital coding system to reduce signal interference from the
environment, as well as analog technology.
nOTE When the watch is left idle for 30 seconds during set up, it will automatically exit the
setting mode and display the time.
MODE/-
+/ST/SP
+/ST/SP
+/ST/SP
+/ST/SP
START
Search for heart rate signal:
navigaTing ThrOugh ThE OpTiOnS
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Press MODE/- to select “EXE”, “HR BELT” will be displayed shortly after to indicate
system is searching for chest belt signal.
KEy prESS prOMpTS
If using chest belt to receive and record fitness data:
The watch has been designed with prompts to guide you
through the settings and displays.
nOTE Whenever the watch is searching for the chest belt signal (manual or automatic
search), make sure that the chest belt is no further than 4 inches from the watch.
1. Press MODE/- to select “EXE”, “HR BELT” will be displayed shortly after to indicate system
is searching for chest belt signal. Watch will display system used (analog / digital), then
the stopwatch screen.
+/ST/SP
+/ST/SP
2. Press +/ST/Sp to start stopwatch.
Your watch will advise you which system it is using and the signal status by displaying the
following icons:
MODE/-
+/ST/SP
Tap On LEnS
icon
Description
The tap on lens feature allows you to toggle through real time fitness data while you are
exercising; review stored data of an entire work-out session (memory mode) as well as
navigate through the settings (setting mode).
+/ST/SP
START
MODE/-
Searching for a signal
+/ST/SP
3. Tap on lens to enter into individual setting.
(Press +/ST/Sp to skip search and only use
stopwatch function)
4. Start setting the selected option by pressing the following buttons:
To use the tap on lens: Simply tap on the lens.
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•
•
+/ST/Sp to increase value or toggle options
MODE/- to decrease value or toggle options
Tap on lens to confirm
MODES
A signal has been found and the digital system
is being used
Tip You can view the time while exercising. Press MODE/- to view time.
There are 4 modes. Press MODE/- to toggle through the different modes.
5. Repeat steps 2-4 for all settings.
MODE
bannEr
Main DiSpLay
pauSE, rESuME / STOp
Settings
Setting options (Press +/ST/Sp or MODE/- and Tap to confirm)
If you need to take a break during exercise, press +/ST/Sp.
Hour format
Hour / minute
TIME
Time (Default
display)
A signal has been found and the analog system
is being used
When ready, press +/ST/Sp to resume exercise.
Display format (day-month or month-day)
Year
Month
Day
DATE
To stop exercise and save data: Press +/ST/Sp to pause, then press MODE/-.
After a long pause, the watch will time out and automatically save the data.
Exercise
No signal has been found
(no
symbol)
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