Soleus Air M12-896D User Manual

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M12-896D GPS Watch User Manual

(Preliminary – Subject to change without prior notice)

Ref: 12-896 UI 01 / SW 12-896 02V078

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the GPS Watch. This GPS Watch is packed with personal Training
features like speed, trip time, laps, etc. Watch features include but not limited to the following:

! 12/24H Time format
! Chronograph
! World time
! Dual Time T1 and T2
! 5 daily Alarms
! RUN mode
! Chronograph mode
! Timer mode
! Data mode
! Set mode
! Vibration Alarm function

" This Watch can communicate with a PC to store and review your

performance.

" This Watch uses a rechargeable battery that can be charged through USB

port of your PC.

Caring for your GPS Watch:

Clean your GPS Watch with a dampened cloth preferably with mild detergent solution. Wipe
dry using a dry cloth. Do not use chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic
components.

Do not store your GPS Watch to prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures as this may
result to permanent damage to your unit.

About GPS:

Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite- based navigation system made up of a
network of 24 or more satellites. GPS works best in clear weather condition, anywhere in the
world, 24 hours a day. Tall buildings may interfere with GPS accuracy. When 3 satellite
signals are received, the Watch will have 2D GPS fixed (Latitude and Longitude). When 4 or
more satellite signals are received, the Watch will have 3D GPS Fixed.

Water immersion:

This GPS Watch is designed to be water resistant up to 3 ATM. It can resist water pressure
up to 30 meters. After submersion to water, please make sure to wipe dry and air dry the unit
before using or charging.

Caution:

" Prolonged water submersion may cause electronic shorting in the unit which may

cause minor skin burn or irritation.

Getting Started

Step 1) Know your Watch:

Push button location:

Push button Main function:

S1 – Start / Stop / Increase adjust (+)
S5 – View / OK
S7 – Change Mode / Exit

S11 – Light / Set / Save / Lap / Decrease adjust (-)

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Step 2) Charging the Battery:

Charge the unit for at least 4 hours before first use. The length of time for a fully charged
battery will last depending on the actual usage. It is recommended to regularly re-charge your
battery every 1-2 months even if it is not used to maintain good battery condition.

2.1) Plug your USB PC link cable to your PC

2.2) Align the charging clip with the contacts on the back of the Watch.

2.3) Connect the charging clip securely to the watch.

Note: Please thoroughly dry the charging contacts and surrounding area to ensure proper
electrical contact and prevent corrosion.

When the battery is low, it is time to charge the watch.

Battery low condition:

You cannot turn ON the GPS when the battery is low. The watch will display LOW BATT. You
need to recharge the battery in order to use the GPS again.

When the battery is almost low and you still perform your exercise, your data may not be
saved. Please make sure the battery have enough battery power before doing your exercise
in order not to lose your data.

Step 3) Configure your Watch:

Please set your Watch before using it. Follow the following steps in setting the watch:

3.1) Go to SET mode and set the following parameters: AUTO LAP, TIME, UNITS, USER,
NIGHT, Contrast, CHIME, ALARM, TIMER, and VIEW.

• Press S1 or S11 to change the values of the blinking digit.

• Press S5 to enter and set the selected parameter

• The watch will auto exit setting mode if there is no push button operation in 2 to 3

minutes in all setting modes.

How to set the AUTOLAP:

• Auto Lap setting range: 0.4, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and OFF

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How to set the TIME:

• Year range: 2001 to 2099

• Total of 36 city codes are available for various Time zones.

• Time can be displayed in 12 hour or 24 hour format

• Dual time zone Time 1 and Time 2

How to set the UNITS:

• You can select KM or MI for units.

How to set USER details:

• Age range: 7 to 99 default: 25

• Weight range: 20- 255 KG ( 44-561 LBS) default 65 KG ( 143 LBS)

• Height range: 91-241 cm (3’00” to 7’11”)

How to set the NIGHT mode function:

Night mode settings:

• 10 SECONDS – Press S11 will turn ON the Light for 10 seconds.

• 20 SECONDS – Press S11 will turn ON the Light for 20 seconds.

• NIGHT ON – Default Start Time / END Time for NIGHT ON setting is 5 PM to 7 AM.

Following are the characteristics of NIGHT ON setting:

o Start Time and END TIME for NIGHT ON setting can be changed in SET

mode/ NIGHT.

o When the Night setting is ON, pressing any button within the Start Time / End

Time will turn ON the EL for 10 seconds.

o Outside the Start time / End Time, only press S11 will turn ON the EL for 10

seconds.

o When the chronograph is running within the Start Time/ End Time, the EL will

be always ON. It will turn OFF 10 seconds after the chronograph is stopped.

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How to set the LCD display CONTRAST:

Contrast range = 10 to 100%

How to set the CHIME:

• When Chime is ON, the Vibration alarm function is also ON.

How to set the ALARM:

• You can set the five alarms independently

• Any alarm can be referred to Time 1 or Time 2

How to set the TIMER:

• You cannot enter Timer setting mode if the TIMER is running or stopped. You need

to reset the TIMER before you can enter the setting mode.

How to set the VIEW

You can select what information to display in Line 1 & Line 2 for RUN mode

3.2) TIME, NIGHT, CONTRAST, & CHIME, can also be set in TIME quick SET mode.

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3.3) AUTO LAP, UNITS, USER, and VIEW can also be set in RUN quick SET mode.

3.4) TIMER can also be set in TIMER SET mode

• You cannot enter setting mode if the Timer is running or stopped. You need to reset
the TIMER before you can enter the setting mode.

3.5) ALARM can also be set in ALARM quick SET mode.

Step 4) Acquire Satellite signals:

In order to get the correct time of day and begin using your watch, you have to acquire the
Satellite signals. It may take a few minutes to get the signals.

4.1) Go outside to an open area away from tall buildings and trees. Orient the GPS antenna
towards the sky for best reception. The antenna is located at the 12 o’clock position of
the watch.

4.2) Stand still and do not begin moving while locating the Satellites until the GPS signals are
already received.

4.3) How to Turn ON the GPS: Following are the possible ways to turn on the GPS.

4.3.1) Press S1 in TIME mode. The Watch will display the GPS / INDOOR selection

screen. Select GPS and press S5. The watch will start searching for GPS and go
to RUN mode.

4.3.2) Press S7 to enter RUN, CHRONO, or TIMER mode.