Polar RS400SD Heart Rate Monitor Review

Polar RS400SD Heart Rate Monitor
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I received my Polar RS200sd heart rate monitor app. 1 month ago, and have used it about 3/week for running (20-30 km/week).
When I first received the HRM I was a little disappointed by the flimsy plastic apperance of the watch (it is plastic with a thin metal frontpiece and plastic covered glass screen), but so far it is scratch free, and the light weight is nice on my narrow wrist.
The audible alarms, large screen and easy switch between optional screens makes keeping track of heart rate, zones, speed and milage on the run easy and convenient. I have used the preloaded programs and also created my own programs in the software. You can make programs based on different heart rates/zones/speed/time which makes running an optimal interval course a breeze. I have been using the tests (optimizer and fitness test), without much success. They give constant results despite great variations in my workouts. The heart rate strap and footpod have worked w/o failure and distance is accurate after calibration.
The included software is the best running software I have ever tried. Like the watch, it is highly customizable, so I recommend taking some time to explore the options using the detailed manual. It has a calender with weekly workout summaries, daily logs, individual workout charts, and 5 report charts for comparing workouts.
My major problem with this product is data transfer using the included IrDA device. About half of the data transfers results in Windows Vista crash, which is a real pain since I got this HRM in order to analyze data. Hopefully this problem w Vista will be solved.
I highly recommend this HRM for a serious runner (with Windows XP) who wants to analyze HR/speed/distance in detail, but do not need maps, since this HRM has no GPS.
UPDATE: I no longer recommend this product because polar support did not resolve the Vista compatibility issue. Unfortunately, Amazon will not let me change the star setting.

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Tired of going out for a run and coming back without knowing how far or fast or hard you went? Get answers to all those questions and more with the Polar RS400sd Heart Rate Monitor. This heart rate monitor comes with Polar's s1 foot pod, which interacts with your RS400sd watch to give you accurate speed and distance information. The RS400sd also tracks your maximum, average, and target heart rate information, so you know when to pick up the pace or chill out for a few miles. Polar's OwnCal feature counts the number of calories you burn during your workout, so you can either indulge in that hot fudge Sunday or grab a banana for desert. Polar also gave the RS400sd Monitor its OwnCode, so it won't interfere with anyone else's heart rate monitor on the trail or at the gym. Hook this heart rate monitor watch up to your PC after a workout and analyze your training data.Product Features
Material: PU
Band Type: PU
Altimeter: No
Barometer: No
Compass: No
Stopwatch: Yes
Chronograph: Yes
Thermometer: No
Heart Rate Monitor: Yes
PC Compatible: Yes
Waterproof: Yes, up to 50m
Backlight/ Electroluminescent: Yes
Alarms: Yes, with snooze
Size: Medium
Recommended Use: Running, aerobic activities
Weight:
Warranty:2 Years


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