Oregon Scientific OUTBREAKER RS109, OUTBREAKER RA109, OUTBREAKER RP109 User Manual

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Oregon Scientific™ OUTBREAKER

Sports Watch (RX109 series)

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ......................................................................2

Key features .....................................................................3

OUTBREAKER watch ................................................... 3

Chest belt (RS109 / RP109 only) ..................................3

Bicycle equipment (RP109 only) ...................................3

PC Kit (RP109 only) .....................................................4

LCD display symbols ..................................................... 4

How the OUTBREAKER works ....................................... 6

How the altimeter, thermometer and barometer work ... 6

A multi-system facility .................................................... 6

TOUR Mode ..................................................................6

PC Software Kit (RP109 only) ....................................... 6

Getting started .................................................................7

Turn on the watch (first-time use only) .......................... 7

Batteries ........................................................................7

Switch between Modes .................................................. 8

Switch between Mode options .......................................8

Change setting values ................................................... 8

Use the HI-GLO backlight .............................................. 8

Key lock ......................................................................... 8

Handling the product .....................................................8

CLOCK Mode ....................................................................9

Set clock and measurement units .................................9

Set the alarm ................................................................. 9

Stopwatch .........................................................................9

Timer ................................................................................. 10

Temperature display ........................................................10

ALTI-BARO Mode .............................................................10

Access altimeter options ................................................ 11

Set current altitude and resolution .................................11

Set sea-level pressure ...................................................12

View sea-level pressure ................................................12

Set altitude alert ............................................................. 12

Recall altitude data ........................................................13

Switch between view options ......................................... 13

Weather forecast ........................................................... 13

TOUR Mode ......................................................................14

TOUR memory ..............................................................14

Activate TOUR Mode ..................................................... 15

Record markers in TOUR Mode .................................... 15

Pause TOUR Mode ....................................................... 15

Deactivate TOUR Mode ................................................15

Clear all TOUR memories ............................................. 16

CARDIO (Heart Rate) Mode (RS109, RP109 only) ......... 16

Wearing the chest belt ...................................................17

Training Zones ............................................................... 17

Set upper and lower heart rate limits for

Training Zone 5 ......................................................... 18

Activate the Training Zone alarm ................................... 19

Track heart rate during training ..................................... 19

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BIKE Mode (RP109 only) ................................................. 20

Set up for BIKE Mode ....................................................20

Step 1: Attach the equipment to the bicycle .................. 20

Step2: Enter wheel circumference ................................ 21

Access the BIKE Mode options ..................................... 22

View speed and cadence information ............................ 22

PC Kit (RP109 only) .........................................................22

PC Mode ............................................................................ 23

Set up for PC Mode ....................................................... 23

Use the software ............................................................ 23

PC Mode options ........................................................... 23

Download data ............................................................... 24

Effective use and range ................................................... 24

Aquatic and outdoor activities ........................................ 24

Safety and care ................................................................25

Safety precautions .........................................................25

Care instructions ............................................................ 25

Troubleshooting guide .................................................... 26

Specifications ................................................................... 27

Warnings ........................................................................... 29

Declaration of conformity ...............................................29

About Oregon Scientific ..................................................30

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific OUTBREAKER
Sports Watch as your fitness product of choice. Your new
sports watch is designed to give you many years of reliable
service and includes the following features:

• Clock, calendar, stopwatch and timer functions

• Barometer with local and sea pressure readings

• Weather forecast and temperature readings

• Altimeter readings up to 9,000 meters (30,000 feet)

• Heart rate monitor that gives pulse rate readings during
exercise (RS109/RP 109 only)

• Bicycle accessory kit to take readings during cycling (RP109
only)

• PC docking station and software to download readings onto
your computer (RP109 only)

The OUTBREAKER RX109 sports watch series comprises the
most advanced and patented Baro-compensation technology,
distinguishing between barometric and altitude pressure
changes, and giving you more reliable readings (weather
forecasts, etc.). It is a precision device designed to augment
your daily or weekly exercise program as well as provide you
with accurate and easy to use watch functions.

This manual contains important safety and care information,
and provides step-by-step instructions for using this product.
Read the manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place in case
you need to later refer to it.

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OUTBREAKER WATCH

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I ITEM NAME DESCRIPTION

1 SELECT/+/> Press to increase value, change Mode display, or

record a marker during TOUR Mode.
2 MODE Press to switch between Modes.
3 ST/SP/- Press to start/pause/stop the Stopwatch/Timer or

decrease value.
4 LIGHT/KEY Press to activate HIGLO- backlight, or press and hold

to activate key lock.
5 FUNC/SET Press to enter a sub-mode or press and hold to change

a value..

CHEST BELT

I ITEM NAME

1 CHEST BELT
2 STRAP

KEY FEATURES

BICYCLE EQUIPMENT (RP109 ONLY)

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ITEM NAME

1 SPEED SENSOR

2 CADENCE SENSOR

3 BIKE MOUNT

4 BIKE RING

5 MAGNETS/ SCREWS/ NUTS/PADS

6 FIXING STRAPS

7 RUBBER GRIPS (RS109 only)

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LCD DISPLAY SYMBOLS

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

The current time.

YR Year setting.
MTH Month setting.
DAY Day setting.
MON Current day of the week.

(MON..SUN)

TRIP TOUR Mode is running time/date cannot be set

HR Hour setting.

MIN Minute setting.

DM/MD Order for date to be displayed.

TIME Time zone setting screen.

SET Displayed when in a setting mode.

UNIT Set Celsius/Fahrenheit for temperature and h/p/Hg,

inHg barometric pressure. Set m/ft for altitude.

PC KIT (RP109 ONLY)

ITEM NAME

1 DOCKING STATION

2 WATCH CONNECTION POINTS

3 MOUNTING CLIPS

4 BUILT-IN RS-232C COMPUTER CONNECTION CABLE

5 SOFTWARE CD-ROM

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Zone The current time set in your second time zone.

AL Shows alarm time, or event alarms

(max/min altitude/heart rate etc)
Shows max/min altitude alarm is deactivated.
Shows if alarm is on or off.
Weather forecast for the next 12-24 hours.

(Sunny/Slightly Cloudy/Cloudy/Rainy)
STW Stopwatch can be started/stopped/reset.
TMR Timer (countdown) can be started/stopped/reset

TEMP Temperature is displayed (in lower second row).

ALTI Altitude is displayed (in lower second row).

HR Heart rate is displayed in lower matrix font.

MEM Memory record (current trip only).

max Shows maximum record

min Shows minimum record

AVG Shows average record

TTL Show total record

RES Change resolution of readings on altimeter

ICON Choose current weather icon.

LOC Local barometric pressure.
SEA Sea pressure (barometric).
SPD Shows vertical speed (historical or current).

Graphical display of your bicycle speed.
Rxxx Receiver (Bike Mount) low battery.

Sxxx Speed sensor low battery.

Cxxx Cadence sensor low battery.

ttl Shows total time of activity.

Shows altitude graphically.
Heart rate (per minute) monitor activated.
Heart rate alert in effect.
Key lock activated.

Z1 (1-5) Shows which training shown is currently selected.

Shows heart beat graphically.

M1 (1..99) Shows which record you are making, or storing

(see TOUR Mode).

WØ (wheel icon) Wheel circumference setting mode.

CAD Pedal speed (revolutions/min).

T1 (1…99) Shows sequence of memories in TOUR Mode.

88% % of memory used in TOUR Mode.
END TOUR is finished.
CLR Ready to clear all tour memories.

donE All tour memories have been cleared.

hpa Pressure shown in Hecto-Pascal’s.

inHg Pressure shown in inches of mercury.

Low battery level (replace batteries)

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HOW THE OUTBREAKER WORKS

The OUTBREAKER sports watch comes equipped with a
barometer (measuring altitude, barometric pressure, and
weather conditions), a weather forecast display, a thermometer,
a heart rate monitor (RS109/RP 109 only), and a bicycle
computer to display information when cycling (RP109 only).

HOW THE ALTIMETER, THERMOMETER, AND
BAROMETER WORK

The patented baro-compensation technology used in this watch
allows it to distinguish between barometric pressure change
and altitude pressure change. This means it can detect
barometric pressure (localized weather conditions) as distinct
from changes in altitude pressure, and gives more accurate
readings than most average devices (which frequently rely on
manual deactivation before initiating a new forecast).

A MULTI-SYSTEM FACILITY

The product is designed for use during many kinds of activity.
It can display and store a range of information of interest to the
casual and more serious sports or exercise enthusiast. The
watch includes the following Modes: CLOCK, ALTIMETER,
CARDIO (Heart Rate) (RS109/RP109 only), BIKE (RP109
only), and PC (docking station and CDROM are optional for the
RA109 and RS109, and are not supplied). It is equipped with
a multi-system facility that allows you to combine information
according to your preference, such as altitude and time, altitude
and heart rate, or bike speed and altitude, etc. You may also

use the stopwatch or timer (countdown) facility in combination
with other functions, and both will continue to run in the
background while you use other features of the watch.

The heart-rate monitor and altimeter features of the
OUTBREAKER watch include customized settings. Maximum
and minimum heart rate limits can be set for use during
exercise, and the altimeter can be set to register ascending and
descending limits. In both cases a short beep signifies either
limit has been exceeded. The watch also has a clock, calendar,
and pressure reading apparatus, all of which need to be set
according to the current date and location.

TOUR MODE

The watch features a TOUR Mode in which you can record all
data from a single trip, or workout, and then download this
information onto your PC for storage and viewing. The watch
can recall 99 different single tours, trips or workouts.

The docking station and CD-ROM are required (optional
for the RA109 and RS109, but not supplied) to download
information from TOUR Mode.

PC SOFTWARE KIT (RP109 ONLY)

A docking station is provided with the watch for connecting to
a computer, along with a CD-ROM for installing the necessary
software onto your computer. You can also use the software to
change some of the watch settings.

The RZ910 PC Kit can be purchased separately for the

RA109 and RS109.

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To load new batteries in the chest belt (RS109 and RP109
only) and bike mount:

The chest belt will stop sending signals if its battery is
low. Bad transmission from the chest belt may also be the result
of poor contact with the skin, surrounding interference, or
placing the receiver watch too far away.

To load new batteries in the bicycle sensors (RP109 0nly):

The sensors will stop sending signals to the watch if
their batteries are low.

Replace the batteries whenever the HIGLO backlight
dims or stops working, or when you see the low battery icon.

NOTE

GETTING STARTED

TURN ON THE WATCH (FIRST-TIME USE ONLY)

Press mode key for 2 seconds or more to activate the LCD
Display

BATTERIES

All batteries are included and already installed. Refer to the
Specifications page for battery types ( 27).

To avoid the possibility of permanently damaging the
watch, we strongly recommend that you take your watch to a
local retailer or jeweler to have the watch battery replaced.

To load new batteries in the watch:

Diagram Instructions

1. Remove the watchband and screw pin.

2. Remove the back cover with a small Phillips screw­driver.

3. Install the battery by matching the correct polarity.
Always use the correct battery type.
Warning: Reversing the polarity may damage the
product.

4. Replace the cover, screws, screw pin, and watchband.
(Be sure to replace the O ring properly).

5. Check the replacement batteries are fitted properly
by confirming there is a key tone (beep).

Diagram Instructions

1. Insert a coin into the grove. Turn counter-clock­wise.

2. Insert the battery. Match the correct polarity.

3. Replace the battery compartment. Tighten into
place.

Diagram Instructions

1. Insert a coin into the grove. Turn counter-clock­wise.

2. Remove the battery and insert a new one.

3. Replace the compartment. Tighten into place.

NOTE

NOTE

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The watch will show Cxxx, Rxxx or Sxxx whenever either the
bike mount, cadence or speed sensor batteries are low.

Replace all the batteries at the same time – it is

dangerous to mix old and new batteries.

Used batteries can be harmful to the environment, and
should not be thrown out with household rubbish. Contact your
local waste disposal authority for instructions on how to dispose
of used batteries. Protect the environment by taking exhausted
batteries to authorized disposal stations.

SWITCH BETWEEN MODES

Press the MODE button to switch between the Modes: CLOCK,
ALTI-BARO, CARDIO (RS109/RP109 only), BIKE (RP109
only), and PC. A bar shows next to the appropriate Mode (on
the outer ring of the LCD display) when it is selected.

SWITCH BETWEEN MODE OPTIONS

Press SELECT/+ to switch between the options within a Mode.

CHANGE SETTING VALUES

Press and hold FUNC/SET for 2 seconds to enter setting mode.
Then, press ST/SP/- or SELECT/+ to change the value. Press
FUNC/SET to switch between options, and to confirm the
changes when you are done.

USE THE HI-GLO BACKLIGHT

Press light/key to turn on the HI-GLO backlight on for five
seconds. Once the light is on, press any key to keep it on for a
further five seconds.

In order to save power the light will not work when the battery
is low. If this happens, change the battery as soon as possible.

KEY LOCK

The watch also has a key lock function to stop the buttons from
being accidentally pressed during an activity. To activate it
simply press and hold light/key until a small key icon appears
in the right hand corner of the screen. The function keys are now
useless. To reactivate them, press and hold light/key again
until the key icon disappears.

The alarm will still go off while the Key Lock is activated.

Pressing any key while in Key lock will stop the alarm.

HANDLING THE PRODUCT

The watch is designed to withstand a wide range of sports
activities, and comes complete with a strong wristband. When
riding (RP109 only), make sure the watch is firmly connected to
the bike mount, and connect all bicycle equipment carefully and
securely. See the BIKE Mode section ( 20) for instructions.

NOTE

NOTE

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CLOCK MODE

The time, date (including the day of the week) and time alarm
can be set while the watch is in CLOCK Mode. Follow the
instructions below to set or activate the time, date, zone time,
metric or imperial standards, alarm time, stopwatch and timer.

SET CLOCK AND MEASUREMENT UNITS:

You cannot change these settings while in TOUR
Mode. If you attempt to do so, TRIP will show on the display.
Refer to the TOUR Mode section ( 14).

Diagram Instructions

1.Press MODE to display the CLOCK mode.

2.Press and hold FUNC/SET for 2 seconds. “24h” will flash
on the display.

3.Press ST/SP/- to change from 24 hour to 12 hour time
display.

4.Press FUNC/SET again. The hour will flash. Press SE-
LECT/+ to move the value up, or ST/SP/- to move the
value down.
Tip: Continuously press and hold a button to fast-change
the value.

5.Repeat Steps 3 – 4 to change the rest of the settings, in
this order: minutes, year, month/date or date/month
display, month, day, time zone (+/- 23 hours), temperature
display (°C / °F), measurement units (feet / meters), and
barometric pressure units (inHg or hPa).

NOTE

SET THE ALARM

STOPWATCH

The Stopwatch works in CLOCK, ALTI-BARO,
CARDIO, and BIKE modes. From any of
these modes, press SELECT/+ to display the
stopwatch. Then,

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Press ST/SP/- to start, pause, and stop the
stopwatch.

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With the stopwatch stopped, press and
hold FUNC/SET to reset.

You

can switch to other modes while running the stop-

watch in the background.

NOTE

Diagram Instructions

1. Press MODE to display the CLOCK mode.

2. Press SELECT/+ 3 times to move it into the alarm
setting screen.

3. Press ST/SP/- to activate or deactivate the alarm.
A small bell icon will appear on the left side of the
alarm time when it is activated.

4. Press and hold FUNC/SET for 2 seconds, to set the
alarm hour and minutes. Use the SELECT/+ or ST/
SP/- buttons to change the value. (The alarm will
be automatically activated once the alarm time is
set).

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TIMER

The Timer works in CLOCK, ALTI-BARO,
CARDIO, and BIKE modes. From any of
these Modes, press SELECT/+ to display
the stopwatch. Press FUNC/SET to reset
the Stopwatch, then:

• Press and hold FUNC/SET for 2 seconds.
The display will change to TMR.

• Press ST/SP/- or SELECT/+ to change a value.

• Press FUNC/SET to switch between values and accept
changes.

• Press ST/SP/- to start or stop the timer.

• With the timer stopped, press and hold FUNC/SET to reset.

You can switch to other Modes while running the timer

in the background.

To return to STW Mode, you must reset all the timer
values to 0. The timer automatically switches to STW Mode
when it reaches 0.

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

The Temperature can be displayed in CLOCK,
ALTI-BARO, CARDIO, and BIKE Modes. From
any of these Modes, press SELECT/+ to display
the Temperature. The Temperature shows in
either Celsius or Fahrenheit, depending on the
measurement unit you select when setting the
CLOCK (see CLOCK Mode).

Your wrist temperature may affect the reading, particu­larly during exercise. Take off the watch and leave it for 15
minutes to get the most accurate reading.

ALTI-BARO MODE

The OUTBREAKER sports watch includes a
barometer that distinguishes between pressure
caused by altitude changes and pressure
caused by weather conditions. This technology
reduces discrepancies in readings and makes
the altimeter more accurate than most average
devices.

The watch can store and recall the following values:

• Current altitude (updated every 2 seconds)

• Maximum / minimum altitudes attained during your a trip

• Total accumulated maximum / minimum altitudes attained

during your trip

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SET CURRENT ALTITUDE AND RESOLUTION

When you first use the watch, it is important to set the current
altitude and local sea-level pressure so your ascending and
descending altitude can be accurately measured. You can

find the current altitude by comparing your position to a
topographical map, and then entering the value in the watch.

It is necessary to reset the altitude after being in a
pressurized chamber (such as an airplane).

For instructions on setting the sea-level pressure, refer to the
next section.

Tip: You can also set the current altitude and alarm limits with
the help of the PC software (see PC section). (RP109 only)

The sea level pressure reading will change if the altitude
is adjusted.

• Maximum / minimum altitude alert (sounds an alarm when
exceeded)

• Maximum / ascending, maximum descending speeds

• Current vertical speed

• Rate of altitude change

The altitude is shown it two ways, as a numeric value indicating
your current altitude, and as a bar chart indicating changes in
altitude. Both values will change as you move about.

In ALTI-BARO Mode, the current altitude is always
displayed in larger font, in every screen except the sea pressure­setting screen.

ACCESSING THE ALTIMETER OPTIONS

Press MODE to access the ALTI-BARO mode, then press
SELECT/+ to loop through the options.

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

Diagram Instructions

1. Press and hold FUNC/SET for 2 seconds while in
ALT mode.

2. Use SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to change the value.
The value will change in unit increments based on
the resolution you set (next step) and the
measurement unit you selected when setting the
CLOCK ( 9).

3. Press FUNC/SET to switch to the Resolution setting
screen, then press ST/SP/- to change the value.
The resolution is the increment at which the altitude
will display: 3 / 10 ft, or 1 / 3 meters.

4. Press FUNC/SET to exit the setting mode.

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SET THE SEA-LEVEL PRESSURE

Sea level pressure can change relative to location. To achieve
accurate altitude readings, set the sea-level pressure value
before every trip. Check the newspaper, local news station,
trail marker, or weather forecast for local readings, and always
select the reading nearest to your present location.

The altitude reading will change according to the sea

level pressure adjustment.

VIEW THE SEA-LEVEL PRESSURE

To view a graphical image of the current sea
level pressure reading, press FUNC/SET with
the SEA screen shown in ALTI-BARO Mode.
Press again to return to normal display.

SET ALTITUDE ALERT

The watch can be set to remember an altitude limit (either up or
down, but not both simultaneously). If the alarm is activated, a
series of beeps (at 5 second intervals) will sound, and the mode
bar will blink, when you breach the limit. To end the alert, press
any button.

To set the alert limits and activate or deactivate the alert:

NOTE

Diagram Instructions

1. Press SELECT/+ until you reach the Alarm screen.
(Display reads 'AL' or 'NoAL' at the bottom)

2. Press and hold FUNC/SET for two seconds.

3. You may set the arrow at the bottom of the screen to
a

ascending

, or

descending

limit (but not both). To

change direction, press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/-.

4. Press FUNC/SET again, then press SELECT/+ or
ST/SP/- to change the altitude limit. (The alarm will
be automatically activated once the limits are set).

5. Alternatively press ST/SP/- if you simply want to
accept a preset altitude alert setting. (Activated
[AL] or deactivated [NoAL]).

Diagram Instructions

1. While in ALTI-BARO Mode, press SELECT/+ until
the SEA (sea pressure) screen is shown.

2. Press and hold FUNC/SET for two seconds, then
use SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to change the value.
The value will change in increments of 1 hPa or
.03 inHg, depending on the measurement unit you
selected in CLOCK Mode (see CLOCK mode).

3. Press FUNC/SET again when finished.

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RECALLING ALTITUDE DATA

The OUTBREAKER allows you to track the following information
as you exercise.

• Max / min altitude attained -- shows the highest or lowest
point you have reached so far in relation to your watch’s
permanent altitude setting.

• Max / min altitude accumulated – represents the total distance
you have ascended or descended; that is, every incline is
added together or ‘accumulated’, and likewise every decline
is added and ‘accumulated’, to give a total.

• Vertical speed -- how fast you are currently climbing

• Max ascending speed – fastest speed you have climbed

• Max descending speed – fastest speed you have descended

The following illustration shows these points:

These display screens are
shown in a loop, and the
information in each screen is
displayed for 30 seconds
(excluding the ALT/SPD vertical
speed screen, which is not on a
timeout) at which point the watch
returns to ALT Mode.

Clearing the memory
allows you to start over again on
a new trip, though all the
information from your current trip
will be lost.

SWITCH BETWEEN VIEW OPTIONS

While in ALT/TIME Mode, press
FUNC/SET to switch between the
view options: max / min altitude, total
ascending / descending altitude, and
speed. In the speed display, you can
view current speed (ascending or
descending), maximum ascending
speed, and maximum descending
speed.

Press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to loop through the values for each
option.

To clear a value from the memory, press and hold FUNC/SET
for 2 seconds.

WEATHER FORECAST

The built-in barometer helps to forecast the weather for the next
12-24 hours. This reading is based on barometric pressure
changes and has an effective range of 30 to 50 kilometers
(18 – 31 miles). The patented baro-compensation technology
in the OUTBREAKER watch allows it to differentiate between
pressure changes due to altitude, and those due to weather
changes. To avoid inaccurate forecasts, the watch will favor
altitude readings when you are

actually

ascending or
descending. This means the weather icon will disappear after
significant vertical movements. To display an accurate forecast,
simply remain at any fixed altitude for roughly 5 minutes.

You may wish to set the icon manually for these reasons:

• The speed in the change of icon forecast depends on the

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speed of barometric change and in some cases may take
longer (up to 24hrs) than desired.

• Setting the icon can speed up the adjustment for the weather
forecast.

• It is necessary to set the icon after exposure to artificial
environments, such as an airplane cabin, which may cause
incorrect readings.

The forecast will be displayed at the top of the watch as one of
these four icons:

The current barometric pressure reading (in hPa or inHg,
depending on the measurement unit you set in CLOCK Mode)
shows at the bottom of the display.

To set the weather icon manually, follow these instructions:

When functioning normally the watch automatically

updates the forecast every 15 minutes.

Diagram Instructions

1. While in the ALTI-BARO Mode, press SELECT/+
until LOC shows at the bottom of the display.

2. Press and hold FUNC/SET for two seconds.

3. Press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to change the icon.

4. Press FUNC/SET to save your changes.

NOTE

TOUR MODE

There are two ways of using the memory on the OUTBREAKER.
First, the watch computer will record information as you train,
for display only. This means you can check the information
during or after your exercise, but there will be no record once
you clear the memory in preparation for your next training
event.

To record and store this information (for up to 99 different trips,
depending on the size of each record – see below) you must
activate the TOUR Mode and view the records through the PC
software.

The information from a TOUR can only be viewed

through the PC software.

TOUR MEMORY

Tour mode allows you to record and store data displayed on the
watch, which can then be downloaded onto your PC. Up to 99
TOURs can be recorded and stored to the PC software.
Depending on the model you purchase, the information you
choose to record (see below), and the time used by TOURs you
have already stored on the watch, the available memory length
may vary. The average memory storage capacities in real­time, (taking a data sample every 5 seconds), assuming default
settings (see Specifications: Tour Mode) and no TOURs have
been saved for each model are as follows:

NOTE

Model Total recording time available

RA109 598 min (10 hours)
RS109 508 min (8.5 hours)
RP109 659 min (11 hours)

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The watch can record and store up to 99 different trips,
providing there is enough remaining memory.

Default sampling time for readings in TOUR Mode is every 5
seconds. To increase the gap between samplings, and thus
increase the memory capacity, you can adjust this setting
through the PC software.

ACTIVATE TOUR MODE:

For best results, perform these
steps immediately before you begin
your trip.

1. Simultaneously press FUNC/

SET and MODE. The TOUR
END screen will display.

2. Press and hold FUNC/SET for

two seconds. The TOUR number (T1, T2, etc.) will show at
the bottom of the display. You are now recording information.
The percentage (%) at the top indicates the total used
memory.

3. To stop the TOUR, press and hold FUNC/SET for 2 seconds.

END will show at the bottom of the display. The Tour data will
be stopped.

4. To begin another TOUR, press and hold FUNC/SET for 2

seconds. The new TOUR number (T3, etc.) will show at the
bottom of the display. You are recording information again.

5. Press MODE to return to the CLOCK display.

Used watch memory is given as a percentage. It is
recommended that you download information to your PC and
clear all TOUR memories when this figure approaches 100%.
When the used memory hits 100% it will no longer record, and
any future readings will not be recorded.

RECORD MARKERS IN TOUR MODE

The marker function is used to mark a particular position during
a TOUR. To place a marker, press and hold SELECT/+ when
the TOUR Mode is in use.

The marker will only be shown in the PC data, once it

has been downloaded from the watch.

PAUSE TOUR MODE:

1. If you are not already in TOUR
Mode, simultaneously press
FUNC/SET and MODE. The
TOUR number will display. The
percentage (%) at the top
indicates the total used memory.

2. Press FUNC/SET. REST shows
at the bottom of the display.

3. Press ST/SP/- to turn the rest on (paused) or off (recording).

DEACTIVATE TOUR MODE:

For best results, perform
these steps immediately
after you end your trip.

1. Simultaneously press
FUNC/SET and MODE.
The TOUR number will
display. The percentage
(%) at the top indicates the total used memory.

NOTE

NOTE

2 sec

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2. Press and hold FUNC/SET for two seconds. This ENDS the
TOUR recording session.

3. Press MODE to return to the CLOCK display.

CLEAR ALL TOUR MEMORIES

For best results, perform these steps after you download TOUR
information to the PC software.

Either:

1. Download the information to you PC (the TOUR will be
automatically cleared.

Or:

1. Deactivate the TOUR
Mode. With the END
screen shown, press the
FUNC/SET button. CLR
shows at the bottom of
the display.

2. Press and hold FUNC/
SET until donE shows at the bottom of the display.

3. Press FUNC/SET again to display 0% and confirm all data
has been cleared.

4. Press MODE to return to the CLOCK display.

The maximum and minimum values for the various sub­modes (i.e., max heart rate, or max altitude, etc) will remain
after all data has been cleared.

NOTE

CARDIO (HEART RATE) MODE

(RS109/RP109 ONLY)

The OUTBREAKER watch is
equipped with a CARDIO Mode
and heart rate chest belt, which
together allow you to measure
your heart rate (from 25-240 beats
per minute) while exercising. You
can track your heart rate while in
the ALTI-BARO, CARDIO, or
BIKE Modes, and with the following features: Stopwatch,
Timer, Temperature, and Altimeter display.

There are five screens in the CARDIO Mode including the
HEART RATE/CLOCK/HR chart (starting) screen. They are:

• HEART RATE/CLOCK/HR
chart (starting) screen,

• HEART RATE/HR alarm on/off/
screen,

• HEART RATE/STW (stopwatch)
screen,

• HEART RATE/TEMP
(temperature) screen,

• HEART RATE/ALTI (altimeter)
screen.

To move between them, simply
press SELECT/+.

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WEARING THE CHEST BELT

You must wear the chest belt to measure your heart rate.

This OUTBREAKER watch is specially designed to
work with the chest belt with which it was sold. It is not
recommended you use any other chest belt with this watch, as
the transmission may not work.

Tips: The transmission from the belt is dependent on good
contact with the skin and proximity to the receiver watch. Make
sure the transmitting section of the belt is against the skin, not
blocked by chest hair, and close enough to the receiver watch
(approximately 30 inches) to send a clear signal. Sweat or gel
can help to improve the signal, and remember it is not
instantaneous. If no signal is received immediately, wait for a
few seconds for the signal to get through.

An old battery may weaken the transmission and
reception power. Replace the battery if the performance is
progressively worse.

Once you have good contact with the chest belt,

will begin
to flash. This means the signal is being sent and your heart rate
will soon appear in place of the large 0. Your heart rate will be
displayed as the larger font in every screen of this Mode, and
can also be displayed in a smaller font, below the line, while in
BIKE Mode. If you remove the chest belt, or the watch is moved
too far away from it, the signal will be broken.

The CARDIO Mode will stop functioning after no signal

is received for 5 or more minutes.

When you are measuring your heart rate, keep the
watch away from signal generating sources, such as TVs, PCs,
and car engines, as these may impair the reading.

TRAINING ZONES

The OUTBREAKER watch is
equipped with a special Training Zone
feature that allows you to pre-select
the optimal heart rate range (50-240
beats per minute) for your activity.
For example, the amount of exertion
required for a stroll in the park is
different from the amount of exertion required for weight lifting
to build muscle mass. With the Training Zone feature, you can
set and then monitor the upper and lower heart rate limits
(Training Zone) that best support your training activity and
goals.

Diagram Instructions

1. Wet the conductive pads on the underside
of the chest belt with few drops of water or a
conductive gel to ensure a better, solid
contact.

2. Put on the belt, wrapping it around the upper
chest so the heart rate monitor is in the
middle of the chest, tucked snugly under the
pectoral muscles.

3. Adjust the belt for comfort and best contact
with the skin.

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

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The calculation for determining your upper and lower heart rate
limits is as follows.

Once you know your maximum heart range, you can set the 5
Training Zones (described below) with the PC software (refer
to the online help). With the OUTBREAKER watch, you can
directly set your upper and lower limits for Training Zone 5, and
can set an alarm to sound whenever you exceed the limits for
the selected Training Zone.

Warning: The heart rate limits for Training Zones 1 – 4 are
based on the profile for a 20-year-old young man. If you do not
meet this profile, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you either set
the limits for Training Zones 1 – 4 using the PC software, or
follow the steps below to set the limits for Training Zone 5.

The recommended Training Zones are as follows:

High-altitude activities may elevate your maximum heart

rate.

You can override the zone preference by adjusting the
value through the PC (all zones), or by manually adjusting
Zone 5.

SET UPPER AND LOWER HEART RATE LIMITS
FOR TRAINING ZONE 5

1. Press MODE to access the CARDIO

(heart rate) Mode.

2. Press SELECT/+ to switch to the

AL (Alarm) setting.

3. Press and hold FUNC/SET for two

seconds. The zone number will flash
at the bottom of the screen. The upper limit is shown above
the line in larger font, and the lower limit is below. (You may
adjust the value for upper and lower rate limits in Zones 1­4 by using the PC software. Otherwise pressing ST/SP/- will
simply activate or deactivate the preset alarm).

4. Press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to switch to Zone 5.

5. Press FUNC/SET again to display the SET screen

NOTE

Sex Maximum Heart Lower limit Upper limit

Range (MHR)

Men 220 – age = MHR

Women 230 – age = MHR

Zone MHR range Description

(min – max %)

1 50 – 60% Moderate Activity – This low-intensity zone is good for warm-

ups, cool downs, and activities such as brisk walking. It is also
good for beginners and those who want to strengthen their
cardiovascular systems.

2 60 – 70% Weight Management – Up to 85% of calories burned in this

zone are from fat cells. Moderate exercises such as light
jogging or swimming are good for this zone.

3 70 – 80% Aerobic Zone – Increases strength and endurance. It works

within the body’s oxygen intake capability, burns more calories,
and can be maintained for a long period of time.

4 80 – 90% Anaerobic Zone – Generates speed and power. It works at

or above the body’s oxygen intake capability, builds muscle,
and cannot be maintained for a long period of time.

5 90 – 100% Red Line Zone – This high-intensity zone can only be

maintained in short bursts or intervals, as it pushes your
muscles and cardiovascular system beyond their capacity.

NOTE

MHR x (lower training zone %) MHR x (upper training zone %)

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6. Press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to change the upper heart rate
limit.

7. Repeat Steps 5 – 6 to set the lower heart rate limit.

8. Press FUNC/SET when finished.

Heart rate range is between (upper 26-240 bpm) and

(lower 25-239 bpm).

ACTIVATE THE TRAINING ZONE ALARM

Once activated, the Training Zone Alarm will sound whenever
you exceed the upper or lower heart rate limits for the selected
Training Zone.

1. From the CARDIO Mode, press SELECT/+ to switch to the
AL (Alarm) screen.

2. Press and hold FUNC/SET for two seconds.

3. Press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to select the desired Training
Zone.

4. Press FUNC/SET.

5. Press ST/SP/- to turn the alarm off or on.

TRACK HEART RATE DURING TRAINING

To set up the OUTBREAKER watch so
that it can track your heart rate activity
during training, first do the following:

1. Put on the chest belt (refer to the
“Wearing the Chest belt” section).

2. Press MODE to access the CARDIO

Mode and check to make sure the watch is receiving your
heart rate signals.

3. Select the Training Zone that is most appropriate for your
activity (refer to previous section).

4. Activate the Stopwatch or Timer in CARDIO Mode (refer to
the Stopwatch / Timer section).

5. Set up the TOUR Mode if you want to store a long-term
record of your heart rate history that spans several training
sessions or activities (refer to the TOUR Mode section).

Once you complete these steps, you are ready to begin
exercising. After you finish, reset the Stopwatch or Timer to
zero, then press FUNC/SET to have the following metrics
displayed in 5-second intervals:

• Time and date in M1 or M2….M99 (all current data will be
stored under M1, while previous data is stored under M2 and
so on until M99).

• Average heart rate during exercise and Total exercise time

• Upper Training Zone limit and time spent above limit

• Lower Training Zone limit and time spent below limit

• Total time spent exercising within the heart rate limits

If you have more than one set (M1-M99) of training
records, press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to loop through the
records.

NOTE

NOTE

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STEP 1: ATTACH THE EQUIPMENT TO THE BICYCLE

BIKE MODE (RP109 ONLY)

The OUTBREAKER sports watch comes complete with a
bicycle computer (and accessories), which records and displays
the following information:

• Speed: 0 – 255 km/hour or 0 – 158 mile/hour, depending on
the measurement unit you select (refer to the Clock Mode
section)

• Average speed (Max:255km/hr or 158 mile/hr)

• Maximum speed (Max:255km/hr or 158 mile/hr)

• Cadence: 0 – 255 rpm (pedal revolutions per minute)

• Distance traveled (Max:999.9 km or 620 miles)

• Total distance travelled (Max:99,999.9 km or 620,000 miles)

• Total time spent cycling

The BIKE Mode comprises pioneering technology that uses
two wireless sensors instead of one. The high frequency of
each sensor (868 MHz) eliminates possible interference between
the cadence and signal sensors, ensuring you accurate
performance measurements.

SET UP FOR BIKE MODE

To set up the BIKE Mode you must first do two things:

1. Attach the measuring equipment to your bicycle:speed
sensor (front wheel), cadence sensor (pedal), two magnets
(front wheel and pedal), and bike mount (handle bar). Refer
to the next section for instructions.

2. Specify your wheel circumference. See below for instructions.

Max 5 mm

Max 100 cm

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To attach the equipment:

1. Select from one of two bike ring sizes -- 2.4-2.6 or 3.0-3.2 cm
in diameter (0.95-1.02 or 1.18-1.26 inches in diameter) -­appropriate for your bike handle bar. Then slide the bike ring and
secure it into slot located at the bottom of the bike mount.

2. Attach the bike mount to the right or left handlebar using rubber
grip, nut and bolt provided. Tighten until the bike mount is fixed
into place, using the rubber grip for a firmer contact.

3. Attach the cadence sensor to a stationary point just behind
the pedal, using the rubber grip for a firmer contact. There
should be maximum 100cm (39 inches) between the sensor
and the bike mount, and less than 30 degrees vertical angle.

4. Attach the cadence magnet to a pedal so that it is directly aligned
with the sensor with less than 5mm (0.2 inches) between.

5. Attach the speed sensor to either leg of the front forks, using
the rubber grip for a firmer contact. There should be
maximum 100cm (39 inches) between the sensor and the
bike mount, and less than 30 degrees vertical angle.

6. Attach the speed magnet on a spoke of the front wheel so
that it less than 5mm (0.2 inches) from the sensor.

7. Check and adjust as necessary, then snip the ends off the
clips so that no excess remains.

8. Fit the watch into the bike mount.

9. Press MODE on the watch to switch to BIKE Mode.

10

.Press ST/SP/- to activate signal reception. The display shows “-

-“, then changes to 0 once a successful signal is received.

11

.Ride the bike a short distance to make sure signals are being

sent to the watch successfully.

12

.You are now ready to begin your trip.

The watch can work with one or both sensors.
When the display shows a low battery icon (see

‘Battery’ section) replace the battery for the corresponding unit.

STEP 2: ENTER WHEEL CIRCUMFERENCE

You must set the bike’s wheel
circumference on the watch so it can
accurately calculate your speed and
distance. If you do not know the bike’s
wheel circumference, you can check the
manufacturer’s specifications or measure
it by marking the wheel where it touches
the ground, and then rotating the wheel once fully along the
ground. Measure the difference between the two marks.

Most wheels have their specifications written on them.

To specify this information on the watch:

1. Press MODE to switch to the BIKE Mode.

2. Press and hold FUNC/SET for 2 seconds.

3. Press SELECT/+ or ST/SP/- to change the circumference
(cm or inches, depending on the measurement unit you
selected in CLOCK Mode).

4. Press FUNC/SET to save your changes.

You can also use the PC software for this operation (see

PC section).

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

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PC KIT (RP109 ONLY)

The RP109 Oregon Scientific OUTBREAKER sports watch is
equipped with a PC Kit that includes a PC Docking Station and
CD-ROM for downloading information to a personal computer.
Full instructions for using the software are provided in the online
help and can be viewed once you have installed the CD-ROM.

The PC Kit for the RA109/RS109 series OUTBREAKER
watch is sold separately. Contact the retailer or our website
(www.oregonscientific.com) for more information about the
RZ910 PC Kit.

The PC Kit enables you to store and recall most of the
information that is collected by the OUTBREAKER watch. This
allows you to free up the watch memory for recording more
information, while preserving the training records that are most
important to you. For example, with the PC Kit you can specify
which information you want to record in TOUR Mode: By
limiting what is recorded, you can keep longer records. This
can be useful if you wish to monitor your performance during an
extended period such as a two-day hike, where only heart rate
and altitude are of concern, or a day of cycling, where only
speed and distance are important to you. Full details of the
watch’s memory capacity are given in the TOUR MEMORY
section.

You can also use the PC Hook-up Kit to set values on the watch
through the PC. A full list of options is given at the end of this
section.

The hardware/software requirements for the PC Kit are
listed at the back of this manual.

NOTE

NOTE

ACCESSING THE MODE OPTIONS

Press MODE to access the BIKE
Mode, then press SELECT/+ to loop
through the options: Speed,
Stopwatch/Timer, Temperature,
Altitude, and Heart Rate.

For instructions on how to use the
Stopwatch or Timer in BIKE Mode,
refer to pp. 9 – 10.

VIEWING SPEED AND CADENCE INFORMATION

Press MODE to switch to the BIKE Mode. In the Speed display,
you can view current speed (default view) and the following
metrics from memory: total time spent cycling, total distance
traveled, total TOUR distance traveled (TOUR Mode only, see
TOUR section), average speed, maximum speed, and cadence
(pedal revolutions per minute). Press FUNC/SET to loop
through the values for each option.

To clear a value from a specific memory, press and hold
FUNC/SET for 2 seconds.

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PC MODE

SET UP FOR PC MODE

To use the features of the PC Mode, you will need the PC Kit
(includes PC docking station, connector cable, and the
installation software CD-ROM), and a PC or laptop computer.

All three models (RA/RP/RS 109) support the PC Mode.
However, the PC Kit for the RA109 and the RS109 is sold
separately.

USING THE SOFTWARE

Double-click on the Oregon Scientific icon. Once the software
opens, click on Help for information about the function you
require.

PC MODE OPTIONS

You can perform the following tasks by using the CD-ROM
software supplied.

Diagram Instructions

1. Connect the PC Docking Station to your computer. For
best results, turn the computer off before you connect.

2. Install the software using the CD-ROM (first-time use
only). The process is automatic, and requires you to
respond to self-explanatory prompts.
Once the software is installed, an Oregon Scientific icon
will be placed on your desktop.

3. Mount the watch on the docking station, making sure the
contact points on the station and the watch are aligned.
The watch should automatically switch to PC Mode.

The cadence, speed and heart rate functions
will be temporarily disabled when you use the watch in
PC Mode.

NOTE

Access/recall information/ on the PC

• All information recorded in TOUR
Mode, including temperature,
altitude, heart rate, wheel speed,
cadence, trip distance, etc,
[Provided this data has been
selected in “Data should be stored”
in the “Configuration menu” (see
software help menu)].

• Back up/import and export data

• Define user data

• Display graphical chart and print
table

• Give data overview with a specified
duration

Change watch settings on the PC

• Date and time (set to PC time, or a
manual setting)

• Time, and event alarm (3 event
alarms, 1 daily alarm, and select alarm
duration)

• Current sea-level pressure

• Altitude limits

• Weather icon

• Upper and lower heart rate limits for
Training Zones 1 – 5.

• Wheel circumference/diameter

• TOUR Mode data recording and
download options

• Choose a serial port (Com 1 to Com 4)

• Sampling rate (1 second and up)

• Unit settings (Metric or Imperial)

NOTE

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To send all selected settings and preferences to the
watch select “Transfer configuration” in the “communication”
sub-menu (PC software).

DOWNLOAD DATA

Follow these procedures to download data

1. After installing the CD-ROM click the OUTBREAKER icon

on your PC.

2. In the man menu, select “Communication”.

3. Connect the docking station to your PC.

4. Press “Mode” until you reach PC Mode.

5. Fit the OUTBREAKER watch in the docking station, making

sure the pins are matched and secured.

6. Close the cover gently and select “Connect” in the

“Communication” sub-menu.

7. You will see an arrow mark on the watch, and “download in

progress” on your PC.

8. Select “Read Trip Data” in the “Communication” sub-menu,

then follow the on screen instructions.

9. Select “Format” to process the data arrangement.

10.Download is now complete. Select desired graphical report.

NOTE

EFFECTIVE USE AND RANGE

The watch and heart rate chest belt have a maximum
transmission range of about 76 centimeters (30 inches). If the
signal is weak take the following steps:

• Shorten the distance between the heart rate chest belt and
watch

• Re-adjust the position of the heart rate chest belt

• Check the batteries. If they are low or exhausted, change the
battery immediately

You can wear the receiver watch on your wrist or strap it to a
bike or exercise machine as shown below:

AQUATIC AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

The watch is water-resistant up to 50 meters. The chest belt and
other accessories (bike mount/speed and cadence sensors)
are splash-proof up to 10 meters, but should not be worn for
underwater activities, as the heart rate transmission cannot
work properly under water. Refer to the table below for
guidelines.

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RAIN

SPLASHES, ETC

OK
OK
OK

SHOWERING
(WARM / COOL
WATER ONLY)

OK
OK
OK

LIGHT SWIMMING

/ SHALLOW WATER

NO
OK
OK

SHALLOW DIVING /

SURFING /

WATER SPORT

NO
NO
OK

SNORKELING /

DEEP WATER

DIVING

NO
NO
NO

30m / 100ft
50m / 165ft

100m / 325ft

When using the watch for outdoor sports activities, observe the
following guidelines:

• Do not press the buttons underwater or with wet fingers.

• Rinse with water and mild soap after use.

• Do not use the watch in hot water.
Tips for keeping your watch fit: Keep your watch water

resistant! Avoid chemicals (gasoline, chlorine, perfumes,
alcohol, hair sprays, etc.). Rinse after use. Reduce exposure
to heat. Have your watch serviced by an approved service
center once yearly.

SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please observe these safety precautions when using this
product.

• Do not consult the watch while moving or engaging in active
sports. Doing so may result in a collision that causes
personal injury.

• Do not subject the product to excessive force, shock, dust or
temperatures.

• Do not tamper with the product’s internal components.

• Do not mix fresh and old batteries, or batteries of different
specifications.

• Do not use this watch as a substitute for professional
measuring devices used in skydiving, hang gliding,
paragliding, gyrocopter piloting and flying small aircraft.

• Do not use this watch as a substitute for industrial precision
instruments.

• Follow the water-resistance guidelines carefully before use
in water (see Effective Use and Range section).

• Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators,
stoves, heaters, and other heat-generating products.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using this
product, please observe the following guidelines.

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• Cleaning – Clean with a damp cloth. Do not use liquid
cleaning agents, benzene, thinner, or aerosols.

• Repair – Do not attempt to repair the product or modify the
circuitry by yourself. Contact the retailer or a qualified
repairman if the product requires servicing. Only use
replacement parts that are recommended by the
manufacturer.

• Do not scratch hard objects against the LCD display as this
may cause damage.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

This section includes a list of frequently asked questions for
problems you may encounter with the OUTBREAKER sports
watch. If your watch is not operating as you think it should,
check here before arranging for servicing.

Symptom

Power will not turn
on.

Keys do not respond

Date display is
wrong

Check this

Batteries are
exhausted.
Batteries are inserted
incorrectly.
Key lock in
operation.
(Key icon shown)
Date not set

Problem

No power

Date / time
is wrong

Remedy

Replace with new
batteries.
Insert the batteries
correctly (7).
Press key/lock for 2
seconds (Key icon will
disappear).
Set date correctly (9)
Cannot be changed when
TOUR Mode is operating.

Altitude
reading is
strange

No altitude
alarm
Temperature
reading is
strange
No weather
reading
Wrong unit
reading
(imperial/
metric)
No alarm

Pressure
reading is
strange

Time display is
wrong

Reading is less than
0 (-20, etc.)

Different height
reading at same
point after trip

Alarm does not
sound
Too high

Weather icon
disappears
Incorrect unit setting

Expected alarm
does not sound

Too high or low

Time zone set
incorrectly

Current altitude is
below ground, (watch
sea level setting)
Barometric changes

Levels not set

Watch is too close to
body

Height displacement
(Vertical movement)
Unit settings

Levels not set

Alarm not activated

Is change due to
wind, pressurized
chamber, or
pressurized
environment
(airplane)?

Reset time zone
Cannot be changed when
TOUR Mode is operating.
Reset watch, or accept
reading

Minor pressure changes
may produce minimal
deviations in altitude
readings
Set levels ( 12)

Take off watch, wait 15
minutes, then try again

Remain at fixed altitude
for 5 minutes
Set units ( 9)

Set levels ( see relevant
MODE Section)
Activate alarm ( see
relevant MODE section)
Reset after you have
changed locations

Symptom Check thisProblem Remedy

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SPECIFICATIONS

Calendar Clock

Hour format 12/24 hr
Date format DD:MM:YY or MM:DD:YY
Auto calendar 2000-2099
Alarms 1 daily (hr:min)

3 event (hr:min DD.MM.YY)

Chronometer/Timer 99:59:59 (hr:min:sec)

Heart Rate Monitor

Heart rate range 25…240 beats per minute (bpm)
Resolution 1 bpm
Accuracy +/- 1 bpm
Training zones 5
HR alert range 26…240 bpm (upper)

25…239 bpm (lower)
Alert memory 3 heart rate alarms
TOUR memory 99 max (RS109/RP109 only)

Thermometer

Range -10.0º C….60.0º C

(14.0º F….140.0º F)
Resolution 0.1º C (0.2 º F)
Accuracy +/- 1º C (+/- 2º F)

Altimeter

Range -400…9,000 meters

(-1,312….30,000 feet)
Resolution 1 or 3 m (3 or 10 ft)
Accuracy +/- 10 m (+/- 30 ft)
Vertical speed 0…125 m/sec (0…415 ft/sec)

(ascending or descending)

Symptom Check thisProblem Remedy

Heart icon
not working

No heart rate
alert
No heart rate
memory

No bike
reading/
Strange
reading

No sensor
power
No memory

Blank display

Expected alarm
does not sound
No heart rate data

No data

Rx/Cx/Sx shown
No display

No TOUR data
stored
Strange reading

Strange reading
(continued)

Rx/Sx/Cx displayed
in BIKE mode
Empty memory, or
used memory %
unchanged
100% of memory
used

Time out due to 5
minutes of inactivity
Chest belt is too far
from watch or poor
skin contact
Training Zone/Alert
limits not set
Chest belt is too far
from watch or poor
skin contact
Sensor not ready

No battery
Watch not activated

Disabled feature
through PC
Wrong wheel size set

Sensors fitted
incorrectly
Magnet not aligned
Interference

Battery low or empty

Tour mode not set

Memory full

Press MODE to return to
CARDIO Mode
Move chest belt closer or
adjust contact with skin

Set limits ( 18)

Move chest belt closer or
adjust contact with skin

Check distance between
sensor and magnet
Replace batteries (7)
Press ST/SP/­Display shows “- -“ then“0”
Re-select check box in PC
software
Measure and set wheel
diameter again
Check sensor fittings

Realign magnet
Find source and move or
switch off
Replace battery

Set tour mode

Clear all memories
manually, or download to
the PC

NOTE

Data manually erased cannot be recalled or recovered.

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Vertical speed resolution 1 m/sec (3 ft/sec)
Max altitude change 1 m/sec (3 ft/sec)
Total altitude change +/- 60,000 m (+/- 180,000 ft)
Alerts 1 alarm

Barometer

Local pressure range 300…1100 hPa

(8.86…32.46 inHg)

Sea level pressure range 900…1100 hPa

(26.58…32.46 inHg)
Resolution 1 hPa (0.03 inHg)
Accuracy +/- 3 hPa (+/- 0.1 inHg)
Bar graph x-resolution 1 hour
Bar graph y-resolution 1 hPa (0.02953 inHg)

TOUR Mode

OUTBREAKER RA109
Record time: 598 min

5 second samplings: Altitude / Barometer / Temperature

OUTBREAKER RS109
Record time: 508 min
5 second samplings: Heart Rate / Altitude / Barometer

/ Temperature

OUTBREAKER RP109
Record time: 659 min
5 second samplings: Distance / Cadence / Speed /

Heart Rate/ Altitude / Barometer /

Temperature

BIKE Computer

Wheel speed range 255 km/hr (158 mile/hr)
Wheel speed resolution 1 km/hr (1 mile/hr)
Cadence range 0…255 revolutions per minute

(rpm)
Cadence resolution 1 rpm
Max trip distance 999.9 km (620 miles)
Max total trip distance 99,999.9 km (62,000 miles)
Wheel circumference 1,000….3,000 mm

(39 in…118 in)
Circumference resolution 1 mm (0.04 in)
Bike sensor RF 868 MHz

Environment

Operation -10º C…60º C (14º F…140º F)
Storage -20º C…70º C (-4º F…158º F)
Relative Humidity 10%…95%

Water Resistance

Watch not actuating keys to 50 m (165 ft)
Other accessories splash proof

Power

Watch 1 x CR2032 3V lithium battery
Chest belt 1 x CR2032 3V lithium battery
Bike mount 2 x CR2032 3V lithium battery
Cadence sensor 2 x LR44 1.5 V alkaline battery
Speed sensor 2 x LR44 1.5 V alkaline battery

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EN

• Do not subject the product to impact or shock.

• Check all major functions when the device is unused for a

long period of time. This is to ensure its full operation.
Maintain a regular internal testing and cleaning of your
device.

• When disposing of this product, do so in accordance with

your local waste disposal regulations.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This product contains the approved transmitter & receiver that
comply with the essential requirements of Article 3 of the
R&TTE 1995/5/EC Directives, if used as intended and the
following standards have been applied:

Safety of Information technology equipment

(Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE directive)
Applied Standards EN 60950-1:2001

Electromagnetic compatibility

(Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE directive)
Applied Standards

ETSI EN 301 489-3 (Ver.1.4.1) : 2002-08

Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum

(Article 3.2 of the R&TTE directive)
Applied Standards

ETSI EN 300 220-3 (Ver1.1.1): 2000-09

WARNINGS

To ensure you use your product correctly and safely, read these
Warnings and the entire user manual before using the product.
The warnings given here provide important safety information
and should be observed at all times.

• Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Contact the
retailer or our customer service department if it requires
servicing.

• Take precautions when handling all battery types. They can
cause injuries, burns, or property damage as a result of
contact with conducting materials, heat, corrosive materials
or explosives. Remove the batteries before storing the
product for long periods of time.

• The product is a precision instrument. Never attempt to take
this device apart. There is a serious danger of powerful
electric shocks.

• Do not, under any circumstances, touch the exposed
electronic circuitry of the device as there is a danger of
electric shock should it become exposed.

• Take special care when handling a damaged LCD display,
as the liquid crystals can be harmful to your health.

• Do not use or store the device, including the remote sensor,
in locations that may adversely affect the product such as,
snow, desert, and magnetic fields.

• Do not use this device in aircrafts or hospitals. The use of
radio frequency products can cause malfunctions in the
control devices of other equipment.

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Oregon Scientific™ OUTBREAKER

Sportuhr (RX109 Serie)

Bedienungsanleitung

INHALTSVERZEICHNIS

Einführung ...................................................................... 2

Wichtige Funktionen ...................................................... 3

OUTBREAKER Uhr ..................................................... 3

Brustgurt (nur RS109 / RP109) ................................... 3

Fahrradzubehör (nur RP109) ...................................... 3

PC-Zubehör (nur RP109) ........................................... 4

LCD-Anzeigesymbole .................................................. 4

Wie die OUTBREAKER Sportuhr funktioniert ............. 6

Wie Höhenmesser, Thermometer und Barometer

funktionieren ................................................................ 6

Multi-Funktionsuhr ....................................................... 6

TOUR Modus ............................................................... 6

PC-Zubehör (nur RP109) ............................................ 7

Erste Schritte .................................................................. 7

Uhr einschalten (nur bei der ersten Verwendung) ....... 7

Batterien ...................................................................... 7

Zwischen den Modi umschalten .................................. 8

Zwischen den Modus-Optionen umschalten ............... 8

Einstellwerte ändern .................................................... 8

Verwenden der HiGlo Hintergrundbeleuchtung ........... 8

Tastensperre ................................................................ 9

Produkthandhabung .................................................... 9

Uhr / Stoppuhr / Timer Modus ...................................... 9

Uhr und Maßeinheiten einstellen ................................. 9

Alarm einstellen ........................................................... 10

Stoppuhr ......................................................................... 10

Timer ............................................................................... 10

Temperaturanzeige ........................................................ 11

ALTI-BARO (Höhenmesser/Barometer) Modus ........... 11

Verwenden der Höhenmesseroptionen ....................... 11

Aktuelle Höhe und Auflösung einstellen ...................... 12

Luftdruck auf Meeresspiegelhöhe einstellen ............... 12

Anzeigen des Luftdrucks auf Meeresspiegelhöhe ....... 13

Höhenalarm einstellen ................................................. 13

Höhenmesserspeicher abrufen ................................... 13

Zwischen den Anzeigeoptionen umschalten ............... 14

Wettervorhersage ........................................................ 14

TOUR Modus .................................................................. 15

Tour-Datenspeicher ..................................................... 16

TOUR Modus aktivieren .............................................. 16

Aufnahmemarkierungen im TOUR Modus................... 17

TOUR Modus unterbrechen ........................................ 17

TOUR Modus deaktivieren .......................................... 17

Tour-Datenspeicher komplett löschen ......................... 17

CARDIO (Herzfrequenzmonitor) Modus

(nur RS109, RP109) ........................................................ 18

Tragen des Brustgurtes ............................................... 18

Trainingszonen ............................................................ 19

Einstellen der oberen und unteren

Herzfrequenzgrenze für Trainingszone 5 .................... 20

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