Seiko Epson AP006 User Manual

GPSSportsMonitor

UserManual

User Manual

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing this GPS Sports Monitor "RUNSENSE".

To use the device correctly, make sure you read the User Manual along with the supplied Quick Start Guide.

Keep the supplied Quick Start Guide handy to help you resolve any problems.

By using a built-in GPS sensor and stride sensor, this device can measure running distance, pace, elapsed time, altitude, and calories burnt. You can also upload recorded data to a dedicated Web site allowing you to look back over previous workouts. You can plan more effectively for a more enjoyable running experience.

Descriptions in the User Manual

Important

Note

Menu Name

A/B/C/D

Trademarks

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word mark and logos are the registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such

Indicates things you must or must not do. Ignoring these instructions or mishandling this device could cause malfunction or operational problems to the device.

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Indicates menu items displayed on the screen of the device.

Indicates the device buttons.

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❏ The content of this guide is subject to change without prior notice.

❏ Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this guide, contact us if you have any questions or

notice any errors in descriptions in the content of this guide.

❏ Despite the preceding clause, we cannot accept any responsibility for mishandling due to errors in this guide.

❏ We cannot accept any responsibility for malfunctions and so on that occur due to ignoring the content of this

guide, the device being handled inappropriately, repairs or modifications performed by a third party that is not our company or appointed by our company.

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Introduction

Features

Heart rate measurement is only possible with the built-in sensor. This allows you to easily perform heart rate training for running or jogging.

Chronograph function

Allows you to measure running data such as distance and time.

You can measure split and lap times, as well as using the GPS signal to measure distance and pace.

U “Measuring Time, Distance, and Speed (Chronograph Function)” on page 38

Split Time: Elapsed time from the start

Lap time: Time taken for each lap

Interval function

Goal function (timed race)

You can use the history screen to check recorded measurement data.

U “Checking Measurement Data” on page 63

Allows you to perform interval training.

Interval training:

Training method in which you repeat sets of light and hard exercise to increase your athletic ability. An exercise menu is created using combinations of hard (sprint) and light (recovery) exercise. An alarm sounds when it is time to change between sprinting and recoverying.

U “Setting a Time and Distance for Hard and Light Workouts(Interval Function)” on

page 43

Allows you to set a time as your goal and measure the time taken until that goal is reached.

You can exercise while checking the elapsed time. You can also calculate the estimated distance until the goal is reached.

U “Measure until the time or distance set in advance is reached (Goal function)” on

page 51

You can use the history screen to check recorded measurement data.

U “Checking Measurement Data” on page 63

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Goal function (distance race)

Allows you to set a distance as your goal and measure the time taken until that goal is reached.

You can exercise while checking the distance. You can also calculate the estimated time until the goal is reached.

U “Measure until the time or distance set in advance is reached (Goal function)” on

page 51

You can use the history screen to check recorded measurement data.

U “Checking Measurement Data” on page 63

Measure set.

Allows you to change the measurement settings.

❏ Automatically records laps when a time or distance set in advance has been

Introduction

reached (AT Lap function)

U “Recording Laps Automatically (AT Lap Function)” on page 56

❏ Automatically stops measuring when you stop running, and resumes when you

continue running (AT Pause function)

U “Automatically Start/Stop Measuring (AT Pause Function)” on page 58

❏ Sets and measures the target time for one kilometer (Target Pace function)

U “Setting a Pace and Measuring (Target Pace Function)” on page 60

❏ Measuring Heart Rate (HR function)

U “Measuring Heart Rate” on page 67

❏ You can change the items and layout of the measurement screen display (Screen

settings function)

U “Screen” on page 104

❏ Tap to display a set function (Tap function)

U “Tap” on page 20

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Settings

Introduction

Allows you to change the settings for the device.

❏ Communicates with external devices (Communication function)

U “Comm. Settings” on page 101

❏ Inverts the screen's display (Invert function)

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

❏ Adjusts the screen's contrast (Adjust contrast function)

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

❏ Turns on the light automatically when the screen changes (Auto Light function)

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

❏ Sets an alarm (Alarm function)

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

❏ Turns off operation tones (Operation Tones function)

Other features

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

❏ Resets configuration information in the device's memory (Initialize function)

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

❏ Supports the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS).

U “Supports the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System” on page 33

❏ You can measure pitch and stride using the built-in stride sensor.

U “Educating Your Stride Sensor” on page 34

❏ You can skip GPS positioning if it is taking too long.

U “Skipping GPS positioning” on page 31

❏ You can take measurements without performing GPS positioning.

U “Indoor mode” on page 32

❏ You can manage recorded data using the dedicated Web application "RUNSENSE

View".

U “Data Management Using the Web Application (RUNSENSE View)” on

page 68

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Contents

Introduction

Features................................. 3

Using this Device Safely

Symbols in this Manual...................... 8

Notes on Usage............................ 9

About the Device and Accessories............ 9

About the Cradle....................... 10

Notes on Storage.......................... 10

Notes on Electromagnetic Waves.............. 10

Preparing and Basic Operations

Checking the Items Provided................. 13

Basic Operations.......................... 14

Changing screens....................... 14

Function of each button.................. 16

Tap................................. 20

Alarm (Tones/Vib.)...................... 20

Charging............................... 22

Before Use............................ 22

Charging............................. 23

Initial Settings............................ 26

About the Battery....................... 28

Wearing the device........................ 29

Specifying a GPS (GPS Positioning)............ 30

Measuring Function for the Device.......... 30

GPS Positioning........................ 31

Making Precise Measurements.............. 33

Supports the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System..... 33

Educating Your Stride Sensor................ 34

About the Stride Sensor................... 34

Educating the Stride Sensor................ 34

Measurable items......................... 35

Measure

Measuring Time, Distance, and Speed

(Chronograph Function).................... 38

What is the chronograph function?.......... 38

Measuring............................ 39

Screen Display......................... 41

Setting a Time and Distance for Hard and Light

Workouts(Interval Function)................. 43

What is the Interval Function?.............. 43

Setting Interval Conditions and Measuring. . . . . 44

Loading Interval Conditions that have Already

been Set.............................. 48

Screen Display......................... 50

Measure until the time or distance set in advance

is reached (Goal function)................... 51

What is the goal function?................. 51

Measuring by Setting the Time or Distance. . . . 52

Screen Display......................... 55

Recording Laps Automatically (AT Lap

Function)............................... 56

Automatically Start/Stop Measuring (AT Pause

Function)............................... 58

Setting a Pace and Measuring (Target Pace

Function)............................... 60

Checking Measurement Data (History Function)

Checking Measurement Data................. 63

Measurement Data that can be Checked in

History............................... 63

Delete unnecessary measurement data........ 64

Measuring Heart Rate

Measuring Heart Rate...................... 67

Displaying the Measured Heart Rate Screen. . . . 67

Data Management Using the Web Application (RUNSENSE View)

What is the Web Application (RUNSENSE

View)?................................. 69

Installing Run Connect..................... 72

Creating an Account (When Using for the First

Time).................................. 73

Uploading Measurement Data................ 75

Checking Uploaded Measurement Data......... 78

Measurement Settings in the PC Application (Run Connect)

What is the PC Application (Run Connect). . . . . . 82

Starting Run Connect and Displaying the Settings

Screen................................. 84

Setting the AT Lap Function................. 86

Setting AT Lap......................... 86

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Measuring............................ 87

Setting the Target Pace Function.............. 88

Setting the Target Pace................... 88

Measuring............................ 90

Setting the Interval Function................. 91

Setting Intervals........................ 91

Measuring............................ 92

Settings

Making Settings.......................... 94

Measure set.............................. 96

Changing the Measure set.................. 96

Measure set. Table....................... 98

Settings................................ 100

Changing the Settings................... 100

Settings Table......................... 101

Screen................................. 104

Screen Settings........................ 104

Screen Pattern Table.................... 105

Measurement Display Items Table.......... 107

Changing the Measurement Screen......... 110

Changing the Lap...................... 115

Setting Examples....................... 117

Device Specifications.................... 133

Cradle specifications.................... 134

AC adapter specifications (optional)......... 134

Glossary............................... 135

Index

Maintenance

Performing Maintenance................... 119

Performing After Care................... 119

About the strap........................ 119

Replacing the Battery...................... 120

About the Device's Built-in Rechargeable

Battery.............................. 120

Updating the Firmware.................... 121

Checking the Firmware Version............ 121

Updating the Firmware.................. 121

Troubleshooting

Caution:............................... 123

Problem Solving......................... 124

Resetting the System...................... 127

Contacting us About this Product............ 128

After Service............................ 129

Appendix

Understanding the Icons................... 131

Product Specifications..................... 133

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Using this Device Safely

To use this device safely, make sure you read the user manuals before use (the supplied Quick Start Guide and this User Manual).

If you do not follow the content of the user manuals, a malfunction or accident could occur.

❏ Keep the user manuals (supplied Quick Start Guide and this User Manual) handy to help you resolve any

problems.

❏ This is not a medical device. Use for exercising only.

Symbols in this Manual

This User Manual uses the following symbols to prevent injury to the user or to others, or damage to property when using this device, as well as preventing dangerous usage. Make sure you understand these symbols before reading the guide.

Warning

Ignoring these instructions and mishandling this device could cause serious injury or death.

Caution

Ignoring these instructions and mishandling this device could cause injury or damage to property.

This symbol indicates operations (instructions and actions) you must perform.

This symbol indicates forbidden actions.

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Notes on Usage

About the Device and Accessories

Exercise according to your own physical condition. It is dangerous to exercise suddenly or excessively. If you feel nauseous or if your physical condition alters while exercising, stop exercising and contact a doctor.

Do not keep your eyes on the device while exercising; otherwise you could fall or cause a traffic accident. Pay close attention to your surroundings while using the device.

Do not look directly into the sensor section on the back of the device as it emits LED light.

Warning

Do not use while scuba diving.

This device is made using precision parts and electronic components. Do not use or store in the following locations; otherwise an electric shock, fire, problem, or malfunction could occur.

❏ Locations subject to large changes in temperature and humidity

❏ Near volatile substances

❏ Sooty or dusty places

❏ Near a fire

❏ Locations close to powerful magnetic devices (near speakers and so on)

Do not disassemble or perform repairs yourself; otherwise an electric shock or an accident could occur.

Do not leave this device in reach of children.

Caution

If you suffer from any allergies or rashes when wearing the device, stop using it immediately and contact a medical specialist such as a dermatologist.

The device is water resistant at 5 barometric pressures. Although you can use the device for swimming and so on, do not perform button operations in water or when it is wet. This may effect the quality of the waterproofing.

Do not directly apply high pressure water from a faucet. Water pressure from a faucet is high and could affect the quality of the waterproofing.

Do not use in the bath or in a sauna. Steam and materials in soap or hot springs could affect the quality of the waterproofing or cause rust.

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About the Cradle

Do not use a damaged cradle; otherwise a problem or fire could occur. If it is damaged, contact a repair center.

Do not use them if you notice any abnormalities such as smoke, strange odors, or noises; otherwise a fire could occur.

If any abnormalities occur, disconnect the cable from the cradle immediately, and contact a repair center.

Do not use if any foreign substances or liquids such as water get inside the device; otherwise an electric shock or fire could occur. Disconnect the cable from the cradle immediately, and contact a repair center.

Using this Device Safely

Warning

Do not use the cable for the cradle if any foreign substances such as dust are stuck to the connector; otherwise a fire could occur.

Do not use the cradle to charge any other devices. Only use the cradle provided to charge the device; otherwise a problem, electric shock, or fire could occur.

Notes on Storage

Caution

Do not place in a location subject to magnetic fields or electromagnetic waves, such as on top of a television. Otherwise, data may be corrupted or lost.

Do not leave the device unattended in locations where it could come into contact with chemicals, or in locations where chemical substances are emitted. If gasoline, nail varnish, or any spray-on liquid such as cosmetics, as well as cleaning liquid, toilet detergent, adhesives, and so on, comes into contact with the device or the strap, they could cause discoloring or damage.

Notes on Electromagnetic Waves

This device is equipped with Bluetooth® Smart technology. When operating supported smartphones, this function wirelessly sends and receives heart rate measurement data to the device.

This device has been classified as a low electronic data communication system based on Radio Law. Therefore, this device does not require a radio station license. The following acts may be punishable by law.

❏ Disassembling or remodeling the device

❏ Removing the verification or certification number for the device

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VCCI Class B Information Technology Device

This device is a class B information technology device. This device is designed for home use, but interference could occur when using in close proximity to radios or television antennas.

Frequency

This device uses the frequency bands 2.402 to 2.480 GHz. Other wireless devices may use the same frequency. Note the following points to avoid wireless interference with other wireless devices.

Precautions when performing wireless communication

This device operates on the 2.4 GHz band.

This device operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile object identification (RF-ID) systems (licensed premises radio stations, amateur, and unlicensed specified low-power radio stations (hereafter "other radio stations")) used in factory production lines.

1. Before using this device, make sure there are no "other radio stations" being used in the vicinity.

2. If this device causes RF interference between the device and "other radio stations", promptly move to a different location, stop using the device, and contact your local dealer to ask for advice on preventing interference (for example setting up partitions).

3. In addition, when harmful radio wave interference occurs between the device and "other radio stations", and refer to "Contacting us about this product" to contact our information center. U “Contacting us About this Product” on page 128

Warning

If you notice any abnormalities on your skin and so on, stop using the device immediately and contact a specialist.

In areas in which usage is restricted, such as on airplanes and in hospitals, follow the rules and regulations provided (such as in-flight announcements).

Do not use the device if you have a surgically implanted medical device such as a cardiac pacemaker.

Do not bring the device into an operating room, intensive care unit, and so on, and do not use the device near medical equipment. Radio waves from the device may interfere with electronic medical equipment causing the equipment to malfunction and cause an accident.

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Preparing and Basic Operations

You need to make the following preparations before use.

U “Checking the Items Provided” on page 13

U “Basic Operations” on page 14

U “Charging” on page 22

U “Initial Settings” on page 26

U “Wearing the device” on page 29

Once preparations are complete, check the method and important points when performing GPS satellite positioning.

U “Specifying a GPS (GPS Positioning)” on page 30

U “Educating Your Stride Sensor” on page 34

U “Measurable items” on page 35

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Checking the Items Provided

Make sure you check that all of the following items have been supplied with this product. If there is anything missing, contact your local dealer.

This device

Cradle Quick Start Guide Warranty

Options

You can purchase the following optional extras. Contact your local dealer for more information.

AC Adapter (Model No.: SFAC01)

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Basic Operations

Changing screens

This device is comprised of a Time screen, Measurement screen, Settings screen (Settings menu and Measure set. menu), and History screen, and you can perform operations with the following buttons.

Operation buttons

: Short press

: Long press (two seconds or more)

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Settings menu

U “Setting screen

(Settings menu/Measure

set. menu)” on page 18

See the following pages for information on making settings for each screen.

U “Making Settings” on page 94

Time screen

Measurement screen

A/C

U “Time screen” on

page 16

U “Measurement screen”

on page 17

History screen Measure set. menu

U “History screen” on

page 19

Note:

❏ When you leave the device for a while, it enters sleep status and the time display turns off. This is not a malfunction as

the display is restored the next time a button is pressed or you move the device. You can also turn off the sleep function.

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

❏ The time screen is displayed if no operations are made for a specified length of time. The time varies depending on the

screen displayed.

Sys. Settings/User Settings/History Screen: 3 mins.

Measurement Screen (while not measuring): 60 mins.

❏ When three minutes have passed without any operations being performed on the Measure set. menu screen, the

measurement screen is displayed.

U “Setting screen

(Settings menu/Measure

set. menu)” on page 18

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Function of each button

The function for each button changes depending on which screen is displayed.

Time screen

Operation buttons

Button Operation Explanation

Short press Measures heart rate.*

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Performs GPS positioning, and displays the measurement screen.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Displays a record of the measurement history (history screen).

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Turns the power on or off.

seconds.

Displays the Settings menu. U “Setting screen (Settings menu/Measure set. menu)” on

page 18

U “Measurement screen” on page 17

Changes to indoor mode (GPS off).

U “Indoor mode” on page 32

U “History screen” on page 19

Performs Bluetooth measurement data.

communication. Use this when uploading

* Measures your heart rate when worn on your arm.

U “Wearing the device” on page 29

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Measurement screen

Operation buttons

Button Operation Explanation

Short press You can display up to four measurement screens and switch the

Long press (two

seconds or more)

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screens using this button.

Displays the time screen.

Not available while measuring.

Short press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10

seconds.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Starts, stops, or resumes measuring.

* When you reset the display, it returns to the status before measuring started allowing you to start the next

measurement. Data that has been measured up to that point is stored in the device's memory.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Records laps while measuring.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Displays the Measure set. menu. Not available while measuring.

Displays the time screen.

Displays the time screen if you use reset* while measuring is stopped.

Not available while measuring.

Resets* while measuring is stopped. Not available while resetting measurements.

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Setting screen (Settings menu/Measure set. menu)

Operation buttons

Button Operation Explanation

Short press Confirm a selection.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press

Long press (two

seconds or more)

From the Settings menu, the time screen is displayed.

From the Measure set. menu, the measurement screen is displayed.

seconds.

Selects the upper item.

Increases the value.

Selects the upper item. Speeds through the values.

Selects the lower item.

Decreases the value.

Selects the lower item. Speeds through the values.

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History screen

Operation buttons

Button Operation Explanation

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Short press Confirm a selection.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Turns the light on or off. The light turns on for approximately 10

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Selects the upper item.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Short press Selects the lower item.

Long press (two

seconds or more)

Displays the time screen.

seconds.

Selects the upper item.

Selects the lower item.

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Tap

You can perform one of the following operations by tapping the screen once while measuring.

Function Explanation

Lap Records the lap.

The same operation as pressing D while measuring.

Light Turns on the light. The light turns on for approximately 10 seconds.

The same operation as pressing B.

Screen Chg. Changes between the four measurement screens.

The same operation as pressing A.

OFF (default) Turns off tap operations.

Note: ❏ When you want to change functions operated by tapping, set Tap from the Measure set. menu.

U “Measure set.” on page 96

❏ The operation may not be recognized if you tap the screen rapidly in succession. Leave a gap of approximately one

second between taps.

❏ When bike mode is selected, the tap function may operate automatically depending on the condition of the road surface.

If this occurs, we recommend setting OFF.

Alarm (Tones/Vib.)

This function allows you to sound an alarm when pausing a lap, setting the target pace, and so on.

The following shows the alarm timing. A long alarm sounds when the lap is paused, and a short alarm sounds at other times.

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Chronograph

Interval

Goal

AT Lap

❏ From device

U “Recording Laps Automatically (AT

Lap Function)” on page 56

❏ From PC application (Run Connect)

U “Setting the AT Lap Function” on

page 86

AT Pause

U “Automatically Start/Stop Measuring (AT

Pause Function)” on page 58

Target Pace

❏ From device

U “Setting a Pace and Measuring (Target

Pace Function)” on page 60

❏ From PC application (Run Connect)

U “Setting the Target Pace Function” on

page 88

When lap is paused

❏ When measuring is stopped

❏ When measuring restarts

❏ When you are off the target pace

❏ When you have set multiple target

paces and the target pace changes

When you are off the HR Zone

U “Measuring Heart Rate” on page 67

Interval ❏ From device

U “Setting a Time and Distance for Hard

and Light Workouts(Interval Function)” on page 43

❏ From PC application (Run Connect)

U “Setting the Interval Function” on

page 91

Goal U “Measure until the time or distance set in

advance is reached (Goal function)” on page 51

❏ When changing between sprint/

recovery

❏ When the number of sets is

complete

❏ When 50/90% of the set time/

distance is reached

❏ When the set time/distance is

complete

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Charging

Before Use

Important:

❏ Do not place the device in the cradle if it is wet from water or sweat.

Otherwise the contact points on the cradle and the device could corrode, malfunction, or cause a communication failure.

❏ Do not perform button operations when it is wet; otherwise, a malfunction could occur.

If the device is wet from water or sweat, use a little running water to wash the contact points, wipe away most of the water with a towel and so on, and then let it dry naturally before placing it in the cradle.

Contact points Use low pressure water to wash the device.

See the following for more details about daily maintenance. U “Performing Maintenance” on page 119

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Charging

Important:

❏ Charge this device when using it for the first time.

❏ Charge in an environment where the surrounding temperature is 5 to 35˚C. In any other environment the

following charge error screen is displayed, and charging stops. When it returns to a suitable temperature, charging resumes.

Connect the cradle using one of the following methods.

o Using a computer Connect the cradle's USB plug to the computer's USB port.

This is not guaranteed to work with all computers. Do not use a USB hub. Instead, connect the cradle directly to the computer.

o Using the AC adapter Connect the cradle's USB plug to the AC adapter's USB port.

We recommend using the optional AC adapter (Model No.: SFAC01). If you do not use a supported AC adapter, you may not be able to charge or it may not operate correctly.

Place the device into the cradle.

Check that the contact points on the device are pointing up and match the contact marks on the cradle.

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After placing the device into the bottom of the cradle, push carefully on the top of the device until it is fixed in place.

Important:

Make sure the device is placed in the correct direction; otherwise, the device or the cradle could be damaged.

When the device is placed in the correct direction, the alarm sounds, the following screen is displayed, and charging starts.

Although the average time necessary for a full charge is

2.5 to 3.5 hours, this varies depending on the situation.

Check that charging is complete.

When the following charging icon is displayed, charging is complete.

Note:

When the battery icon displays 100%, an over-charge prevention function is activated. The device will not be damaged even if you continue to charge the battery.

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When charging is complete, remove the device from the cradle.

Hold the cradle and press the device down into the lower part of the cradle for a smooth release.

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Initial Settings

After charging the device for the first time and removing it from the cradle, follow the on-screen instructions to initialize the settings.

Important:

Set the time by receiving a GPS signal. Signals from the GPS cannot be received while indoors. Make sure this is performed outside.

Operation buttons

Set your Height and Weight.

Use C/D to select, and then press A.

Set your DOB.

Use C/D to select, and then press A.

Set the language.

Use C/D to select, and then press A.

Set the Units.

Use C/D to select, and then press A.

Set your Gender.

Use C/D to select, and then press A.

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Set today's date.

Use C/D to select, and then press A.

Complete the settings.

Use C/D to select Yes, and then press A.

A signal is received from the GPS and time is automatically synchronized.

When Complete is displayed, press A.

Set the Date Format.

Use C/D to select, and then press A.

Go to a location outside with no

obstructions overhead.

Important:

Take the following steps to receive a signal from the GPS and synchronize time automatically. Since the signal from the GPS cannot be received indoors, go outside to a location without any obstructions overhead.

The time screen is displayed.

Note:

❏ When you leave the device for a while, it enters sleep

status and the time display turns off. This is not a malfunction as the display is restored the next time you move the device.

❏ If time synchronization fails, the signal from the GPS

may not be being received properly. Perform Time Adjust from Sys. Settings.

U “Sys. Settings” on page 102

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About the Battery

You can check how much charge remains from the battery icon below the time display.

Battery icon

GPS On

HR On

Hours remaining*

* Standard hours during which you can use the Chronograph function while receiving a GPS signal.

Usage hours vary depending on the conditions (HR measuring On, frequency the light turns on, and so on).

Important:

Nothing is displayed when the battery is running out. If the device is left for a long time with a low battery, the performance of the rechargeable battery will deteriorate. Make sure you charge the device

months even when it is not being used.

Note:

Even if the battery runs out, measurement data is stored in the main memory.

GPS On

HR Off

GPS Off

HR On

20 to 14 hours 14 to 8 hours 8 to 2 hours 2 to 0 hours

24 to 17 hours 17 to 10 hours 10 to 3 hours 3 to 0 hours

60 to 42 hours 42 to 24 hours 24 to 6 hours 6 to 0 hours

at least once every six

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Wearing the device

Wear this device on the outside of your arm in a position that does not interfere with your ulna. Secure it to your arm so that there is no gap between the device and your arm. Also, make it tight enough so that no gaps can occur when exercising.

Note:

When you are wearing the device in the correct position, HR measuring is enabled after about 30 seconds.

Important:

Measuring may not be possible in the following situations.

❏ When the outside temperature or body temperature are low due to the season or wind

❏ When the pressure is too weak or too strong

❏ When taking medicine to lower your blood pressure

❏ When you have arrhythmia

Try wearing the device on your other arm if there are frequent abnormalities in measuring, or the value displayed is unusually high when compared to normal measurements.

User Manual

Preparing and Basic Operations

Specifying a GPS (GPS Positioning)

Measuring Function for the Device

This device receives a signal from the GPS, and measures distance and pace. To make sure measurements are performed accurately, try to use the device under the following conditions which allow for easy reception of GPS signals.

❏ Outside with no obstructions overhead

❏ Wear the device with the screen facing up

You cannot receive a signal from the GPS when indoors and in the following environments.

Locations where you cannot receive signals

Inside rooms or buildings, or underground

Locations that are difficult to receive signals

Locations with electronic interference, such as constructions sites and heavy traffic

In tunnels Under water

Near high-voltage wires or television towers, overhead electric wires for trains, and roads with skyscrapers

On water

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Seiko Epson AP006 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual