Introduction Thank you for purchasing the CATEYE Q3a Multi-Sport Computer. The Q3a is a wristwatch heart rate monitor with additional cyclocomputer features to allow athletes to extensively organize and analyze their training data. 2.4 GHz-frequency digital wireless technology, the same technology used for everyday equipment such as wireless network is used for both the integrated cadence/speed sensor and the heart rate sensor.
About the manuals Before use See this section for installation of the unit on the bicycle, use of the heart rate sensor, wristwatch set-up, and the basic operation of the product. UÊ Bicycle Installation ..........................................See page 10-12 UÊ Heart rate sensor.............................................See page 13 UÊ Wristwatch set-up ...........................................See page 14-21 UÊ Basic wristwatch operation .............................
Contents Introduction .........................1 About the manuals.................2 Proper use of the CatEye Q3a ....5 Important............................6 Description of wristwatch and its parts..............................8 Wristwatch.................................8 Accessories................................8 Screen display .....................9 Bicycle Installation .............. 10 Mount the speed sensor and magnet.....................................
Searching for sensor ID ...........53 Setting the measurement unit...55 Setting the record interval........56 Total trip distance/total elapsed time entry....................57 Setting the auto-mode .............58 Setting sound...........................59 Correcting the sea level altitude ...60 Basic knowledge of the altitude measurement........... 61 Altitude measurement function...61 Relation between the altitude and atmospheric pressure .......62 Knowledge related to weather and altitude ..............
Proper use of the CatEye Q3a Please follow the following instructions for safe usage. The meaning of icons in this manual: Warning!!!: Sections marked with these icons are critical for safe use of the device. Be sure to follow these instructions. Caution: Important cautionary notes on the use and operation of the Q3a. * Helpful tips are highlighted with asterisks. The meaning of color on the screen in this manual: Red: Black/gray: Indicates the displayed data is flashing.
Important 2.4 GHz digital wireless system 2.4 GHz-frequency digital wireless technology, which is the same technology used for wireless LAN, is used for both the integrated speed/cadence sensor and the heart rate sensor. This technology practically eliminates interference from external noise and cross-talk with other wireless computer users, and enables you to store highly reliable data.
Automatic recognition of the speed sensor ID The speed sensor has its own ID, and the wristwatch measures in synchronization with the ID. Two speed sensor IDs can be registered to one wristwatch, which can automatically identify the 2 speed sensors once their IDs are registered in advance. As a tire circumference is set to the speed sensor ID, wheel selection by manual operation is no longer required, which was necessary with conventional units.
Description of wristwatch and its parts Wristwatch Mode-1/+ button * (MODE1) Menu/enter button (MENU) Start/stop/ select button (SSS) Mode-2/- button * (MODE2) Lap button (LAP) Pressure sensor * Pressing and holding the MODE1 or MODE2 button lights up the backlight (Except in Setup mode). Battery cover Serial number Belt Accessories Wheel magnet Cadence magnet Bracket (for handlebar-mount) Speed sensor (SPEED/CADENCE) Heart rate sensor Nylon ties (x7) * See page 2 for the CD-ROM contents.
Screen display Speed pace arrow (upper display) The pace arrows show whether the current speed is faster ( ) or slower ( ) than the average speed. Upper data display Upper selected mode icon Indicates the measurement data currently displayed in the upper data display. Lower selected mode icon/unit Indicates the unit along with the data currently displayed in the lower data display.
Bicycle Installation 1 Mount the speed sensor and magnet Wheel magnet Speed sensor SP EE D CA DE NC E Cadence magnet 1-1.Lightly secure the speed sensor Speed sensor Locate the speed sensor on the left (non-drive side) chain stay as shown above, and loosely secure it with the nylon ties. * Do not tighten the nylon ties completely at this stage. Once a nylon tie is tightened, it cannot be pulled out. SP EE D Nylon ties Left chain stay 1-2.Mount the magnet 1.
* When the speed sensor is not positioned properly in respect to the two magnets (in both Steps 2 and 3), move the speed sensor back and forth so that it is positioned properly. After you move the speed sensor, adjust the position so that the two magnets face the relevant sensor zone. 4. After adjustment, tighten the nylon ties firmly to secure the speed sensor. 1-3.Adjust the distance to the magnet 1. Adjust the distance between the wheel magnet and the SPEED side of the speed sensor to be about 3 mm.
2 Install the wristwatch onto the handlebar Install the wristwatch to the handlebar with a bracket. 1. Check the correct direction of the bracket, and attach it to the handlebar. Attach the bracket in the correct direction according to the handlebar size, and fix it using nylon ties. Bracket Nylon ties Front Bracket Handlebar Nylon ties Standard handlebar Front Oversize bar Front Handlebar Cut extra length of the nylon tie with scissors.
Heart rate sensor Heart rate is measured when the heart rate sensor is worn on the chest. Before wearing the heart rate sensor Warning!!!: This product must NOT be used by those who have a pacemaker. UÊ To avoid measurement errors, it is recommended to moisten the electrode pads with water. UÊ If your skin is ultra-sensitive, the electrode pad may be moistened with water and worn over a thin undershirt. UÊ Chest hair may interfere with the measurement.
Preparing the wristwatch Wristwatch's basic items must be set up before using it. Battery cover Removing the insulation sheet Open When you use the unit for the first time after purchasClose ing, remove the insulation sheet under the battery. Open position Open the battery cover of the wristwatch Inner cover using a coin, etc. Turn the inner cover to the open position using a coin, remove this, and remove the CR2430 insulation sheet under the battery. Tab * Do not turn the inner cover excessively.
Formatting * Select “YES” by pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button for the formatting operation. As the formatting operation deletes all data, select “NO” for the restarting operation. See “Formatting/Restarting operation” on page 21 for differences between the formatting and restarting operations. * The restarting operation will be cancelled if no button has ben pushed for 3 minutes and the wristwatch will enter the Clock screen automatically.
3 Switching to the Setup mode Switch the wristwatch from the Clock mode to the Setup mode, and set the tire circumference and the measurement unit. 1. Press and hold the MENU button in the Clock mode to display “SETUP MENU” on the screen. It switches to “CLOCK DATE” automatically. Switch modes : MENU (press & hold) * Unless you perform an operation in the Setup mode within 3 minutes, it returns to the Clock mode. In such cases, any change is not reflected.
Tire circumference You can find the tire circumference (L) of your tire size in the tire circumference reference table below, or actually measure the tire circumference (L) of your bicycle. L mm How to measure the tire circumference (L) For the most accurate measurement, do a wheel roll out. With the tires under proper pressure, place the valve stem at the bottom.
5 Selecting measurement unit Select the speed unit and temperature unit. 1. Press the MODE1 button twice to switch to “UNITS”, and confirm with the SSS button. Switch screen : MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : SSS 2. Select the speed unit by pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 Speed unit button, and confirm with the SSS button. km/h mph : MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : SSS 3. Select the temperature unit by pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button in the same way. °C °F : MODE1 (or) MODE2 Temperature unit 4.
7 Operation test * It may take up to approximately 2 minutes to display the screen because the wristwatch checks the sensor when switching to Sports mode. * If the signal icon or on the measurement screen is turned off, press the MODE1 or MODE2 button to turn it on. Speed sensor (SPEED side) 1. Raise the rear wheel and spin the wheel. 2. When the speed is displayed on the screen, it is operating normally. Speed sensor (CADENCE side) 1. Turn the crank. 2.
Important: When the speed, cadence, and/or heart rate are/is not displayed, possible causes are as follows. Speed and cadence are not displayed. Check items Remedy Is the Speed and Cadence sensor icon on If icon is off, the wristwatch cannot receive any data. Press the ? MODE1 or MODE2 button to cancel the transmission sleep mode (page 23). Check whether the distance between the Adjust the position of the speed/cadence sensor and that of the speed/cadence sensor and the magnet is magnet correctly.
Formatting/Restarting operation There are 2 different wristwatch set-up operations; formatting and restarting operations. Follow the appropriate one depending on the situation. Formatting : When you want to delete all data and the setup of the wristwatch. Restarting : When you use the unit for the first time after purchasing, or after replacing batteries, or an error is displayed. * In the restarting operation, the following data are retained.
Basic operation of the wristwatch Switching between modes The wristwatch has 4 types of mode functions and the Setup mode. “CLOCK MENU”, “SPORTS MENU”, “OPTION MENU”, and “DATA MENU” are alternatively selected in sequence by pressing the MENU button. Select the screen of your choice to proceed to the mode screen automatically. Clock mode (page 24) Displays the clock. This mode is used for everyday wristwatch functions displays also altitude, temperature and alarm.
Backlight Pressing and holding the MODE1 or MODE2 button illuminates the display for about 3 seconds (Except in the Setup mode). * Pressing any button while backlight is still on extends the illumination for another 3 seconds. MODE1 (or) MODE2 (press & hold) Power-saving mode When the wristwatch does not receive any data from the speed sensor or heart rate sensor for 5 minutes, each sensor will enter the transmission sleep status to save battery power.
Clock mode (CLOCK) Switching to Clock mode Select “CLOCK MENU” by pressing the MENU button until display swithces to Clock mode. * Clock mode is the default screen, so if the power-saving mode is activated in any other mode display will switch to Clock mode. For details, see “Power-saving mode” on page 23. Functions in Clock mode Displays the current time, date, and day of the week. Press the MODE1 button to display the current sea level altitude.
Sports mode (SPORTS) Switching to Sports mode Select “SPORTS MENU” by pressing the MENU button until display switches to Sports mode. Function in Sports mode The Sports mode is for measurement using the cyclocomputer and heart rate monitor functions. 4 types of data such as the heart rate, altitude, and slope are displayed on the screen. These data can be switched by pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button. The displayed data are as follows. * Measurement is maintained even if switched to another mode.
To the setting count-down screen in Option mode (page 36) Lower display data (Switch using the MODE2 button) Displays additional ride data. When the measurement is stopped MODE2 Switch pressing the MODE2 button MODE2 Elapsed time Shortcut*2 (press & hold for 3 sec) MODE2 Trip distance Training function*1 MODE2 MODE2 MODE2 MODE2 Clock Calorie Consumption Lap timer *1 The training function screen displays one of the following; countdown distance, countdown time, or interval.
Manual measurement When the auto-mode is off ( is off), use the SSS button to start/stop the measurement. Stop reminder The stop reminder function Reminds the rider with an alarm incase the stopwatch is forgotten to be stopped after the ride. When any signal is not received from the speed or cadence sensor for 90 seconds while counting the elapsed time, an alarm sounds and “STOP” appears on the screen. This alert display is repeated up to 3 times every 90 seconds.
Display data in Sports mode (upper and middle display) Switch pressing the MODE1 button Current speed Displays the current speed in real time. Updates every second. Heart rate Displays the current heart rate in real time. Updates every second. Cadence Displays the current number of pedal rotations per minute. Updated every second. Average speed*1 Displays the average speed since the start of measurement.
Display data in Sports mode (lower display) Switch pressing the MODE2 button TM Elapsed time Displays the elapsed time from the start of measurement to the 1/10 second. When it exceeds 99:59’59”, it repeats from 00’00”0. DST Trip distance Displays the trip distance from the start of measurement. MODE2 Training function (page 32) Displays any one selected from the MODE2 countdown distance, countdown time, (press & hold for 3 sec) and interval. or C.D.
Pace function Current speed 2 types of pace arrows, for speed and heart rate, are displayed in Sports mode. The arrow icons indicate whether the current speed/ heart rate is above or below the average speed/heart rate. : The current value is above the average. : The current value is below the average. : The current value is equal to the average. No arrows : The current value is “0”.
Lap time and split time of The lap time displays elapsed time from the last Start LAP measurement LAP TM press of the LAP button. The split time displays Lap time 1 Lap time 2 the elapsed time from the start of measurement to the point LAP button is pressed. Split time 1 * The measured lap data is saved to a file when Split time 2 you perform a reset operation (page 27).
Training function (countdown function and interval function) This unit has a countdown function that counts down the predetermined time and indicates when the time is up by setting the target trip distance and elapsed time, and an interval function that is used to set the interval time for a given training. The training function includes both these 2 functions. * Either the countdown function or interval function is displayed in the lower display.
2. Setting the return time limit 3. Enter the half way time when the ride time is limited, and enjoy your ride without minding the time. Target time for a Century ride Enter the target time for big events such as Century ride and Granfondo, and check your pace. Interval (interval time/recovery time) * Use this function in the interval training. The interval training is a training method that combines the interval time (high intensity exercise time) and the recovery time (rest time).
How to use the interval: * During the interval training, use the interval display to avoid confusing the start/stop operation with the reset operation. 1. Setting the interval. 2. Switch to Sports mode by selecting the interval from the Option mode “Setting the training function”. Press the MODE2 until “INT” icon displayed in the lower display. Switch the lower screen : Heart rate Current speed MODE2 3. Press the SSS button to start the count down interval measurement. Start a high intensity exercise.
5. Press the LAP button to start the next repeat of the interval time again. Start pedaling at your interval intensity. Repeat the steps 4 and 5. Interval restart : LAP 6. When “INT” or “REC” is displayed in the lower display, pressing the SSS button stops the interval measurement. Interval measurement stop : SSS * To restart the interval measurement, press the SSS button. * Resetting with the interval displayed resets the interval measurement data only.
Option mode (OPTION) Switching to Option mode Select “OPTION MENU” by pressing the MENU button until it switches to Option mode. Function in Option mode Option mode is used to change the settings of the training function, which is used most frequently in Sports mode, and the target heart rate zone. Switch to various settings as follows. Setting the training function (countdown/interval) This function is used to select the countdown or interval, and enter the settings.
Shortcut from the Sports mode 2. Select the training function displayed in the lower of the screen. Select the “DST (countdown distance)”, “TIME (countdown time)”, or “INT (interval timer)” pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button, and then confirm it pressing the SSS button. Confirm : Select the training function : (DST TIME INT) MODE1 (or) MODE2 Countdown function currently selected SSS 3. Enter the setting. Enter the target value for the function selected in step 2, each digit one by one.
2. Switch to “HR ZONE” pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button, then confirm it pressing the SSS button. Switch the screen : 3. MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : SSS * The target heart rate zone (ZONE-1 to 5) or “OFF” currently selected appears on the screen. Select the target heart rate zone. Select one of “OFF”, “ZONE-1”, “2”, “3”, “4” or “5” pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 buttons. To set the target heart rate zone, select from “1” to “5” and confirm it pressing the SSS button, and then proceed to the step 4.
Data mode (DATA) Switching Data mode Select “DATA MENU” by pressing the MENU button until it switches to Data mode. Function in Data mode The Data mode is used to review and delete the saved files, download the measurement data to your PC, and review past records. MODE1 File view (page 40) This view is used to review and manage the various data recorded.
File view FILE The lap and measurement data are saved into a file automatically each time a ride is reset (Resetting operation on page 27). With the file view, you can review and delete the files saved. Saving and managing the files The wristwatch can record up to 30 files. A new file is always saved as F01. When the file volume exceeds the wristwatch memory capacity, the oldest file is deleted automatically.
UÊ Lap data One lap per file is used even when there is no lap data. Therefore, the total number of laps is the sum of the total number of laps in all files and the number of files. Example) When the following number of laps are recorded in the files: Number of laps in a file Number of files F01 : 5 laps F02 : 0 lap F03 : 10 laps 3 files The total number of laps is the sum of the total number of laps in all files “15”, and the total number of files “3”, i.e., “18”.
Viewing the contents in a file View the measurement data in a file saved in the wristwatch. 1. Switch to the Data mode “FILE”, when any other mode screen is displayed. Select “DATA MENU” by pressing the MENU button several times to switch to “FILE” automatically. Then, confirm it pressing the SSS button. Switch the mode : MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : Number of total files saved Number of total laps in all files SSS Memory point utilization 2. Select the file number you want to view.
Flow of file view MODE1 SSS Delete file view screen (or) Data mode “FILE” SSS SSS Delete all files (to the top screen of the File view) MODE2 MENU Return (Displayed alternately) SSS SSS Ascending altitude Maximum slope angle Trip distance (km [mile]) SSS SSS Maximum altitude Trip time (hour/minute/second) Minimum altitude Average cadence Average speed Average heart rate (Displayed alternately) Maximum temperature Calorie consumption (kcal) Minimum temperature SSS SSS Maximum speed D
Viewing the lap data View the lap data in a file saved in the wristwatch. 1. Select the file number you want to view from the Data mode “FILE” (page 42). Select the file number pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button, and confirm it pressing the SSS button. File number Number of laps in a file Switching the file number : MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : SSS * The file number starts with the latest file (F01). 2. Press the LAP button to view the lap data contained in the file selected.
Deleting files You can manually delete the files saved in the wristwatch. When the data volume exceeds the memory capacity, the wristwatch automatically deletes the oldest file, and creates a new file. You can manually delete all files at once. * Before deleting files, perform the resetting operation (page 27) in the Sports mode to save all measurement data. Unless you perform the resetting operation, you can not delete files.
Communication between your PC and this unit Send the files saved in the wristwatch to your PC, or reflect the settings changed from your PC in the wristwatch. 1. Boot your PC, and connect the USB communication unit to the your PC. USB communication unit 2. Start e-Train Data™ ver.4, and click the “Communication” button on your PC screen. Prepare for sending the data according to the instructions displayed on your PC screen. 3. Switch to the Data mode “FILE”, when any other mode screen is displayed.
5. Once sending data is completed, “SEND FILE END” appears. Press the SSS button and return to the data mode “PC LINK”. To the mode top : SSS Completion of sending 6. Press the MENU button repeatedly to switch to another mode. To switch modes : MENU Data to be sent from this unit to your PC The data to be sent to your PC are as follows.
1. Switch to the Data mode “FILE”, when any other mode screen is displayed. Select “DATA MENU” by pressing the MENU button several times to switch to “FILE” automatically. Switch modes : MENU 2. Switch to “VIEW LOG” pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 buttons, and confirm pressing the SSS button. MODE1 (or) MODE2 Switch the screen : Confirm: SSS 3. The total trip distance and total elapsed time since first use of the wristwatch are displayed.
Setup mode (SETUP) Switching to Setup mode Press and hold the MENU button in the Clock mode or Sports mode until “SETUP MENU” appears on the screen, then the wristwatch switches to the Setup mode automatically. MENU (press & hold) Function in Setup mode Setup mode is used to change various settings of the wristwatch. Switch the setup items pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button. * Once any setting is changed, confirm it pressing the MENU button.
Setting the clock/date CLOCK DATE Set the “Clock display format”, “Hour”, “Minute”, “Date display format”, “Year”, “Month” and “Day”. * Once you change any date in the past, some integrated values for the year, month, or week in the Data mode “Past records” (page 47) are deleted according to the relevant changes. * Press and hold the MODE1 or MODE2 button to increase/decrease the number quickly. 1. Press and hold the MENU button in the Clock mode or Sports mode until “SETUP MENU” appears on the screen.
6. Pressing the MENU button confirms the change, and returns to the Setup mode “CLOCK DATE”. Press the MENU button repeatedly to switch to another mode. To the mode top/switch the mode : MENU Setting the alarm clock ALARM Set the alarm in Clock mode. * Press and hold the MODE1 or MODE2 button to increase/decrease the number quickly. 1. Press and hold the MENU button in the Clock mode or Sports mode until “SETUP MENU” appears on the screen. It switches to “CLOCK DATE” automatically.
5. Pressing the MENU button confirms the change, and returns to the Setup mode “ALARM”. Press the MENU button repeatedly to switch to another mode. To the mode top/switch the mode : MENU Setting the tire circumference TIRE Set the tire circumference (peripheral length) to SP1 (Speed sensor 1) and SP2 (Speed sensor 2) synchronized according to “Searching for sensor ID” (page 53). * For the tire circumference, see “Tire circumference” (page 17).
4. Enter the last 2 digits for the tire circumference of the sensor selected in Step 3 using the MODE1 and MODE2 buttons, and move digits using the SSS button. Then, enter the first 2 digits in the same way. MODE1 (or) MODE2 Increase/decrease: Move digits: SSS 5. Pressing the MENU button confirms the change, and returns to the Setup mode “TIRE”. Press the MENU button repeatedly to switch to another mode.
3. Select the sensor ID to be checked. Select from “HR (heart rate sensor)”, “SP1 (speed sensor 1)”, and “SP2 (speed sensor 2)” pressing the MODE1 and MODE2 buttons, and then confirm it pressing the SSS button. HR 4. SP1 SP2: MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : SSS * SP2 is used when a wristwatch is commonly used for 2 bicycles. Once you synchronize the ID of the second bicycle equipped with a sensor with SP2 in advance, the wristwatch can identify the second bicycle automatically.
Setting the measurement unit UNITS Change the speed unit and temperature unit. * Stop measurement and perform the resetting operation (page 27) before you change the unit. Unless you perform the resetting operation, “DATA RESET” appears on the screen, preventing change of the unit. 1. Press and hold the MENU button in the Clock mode or Sports mode until “SETUP MENU” appears on the screen. It switches to “CLOCK DATE” automatically. Switch modes : MENU (press & hold) 2.
Setting the record interval SAMPLE RATE In primary measurement, the measurement data is recorded in the selected intervals (seconds). * Stop the measurement and perform the resetting operation (page 27) before you change the record interval. Unless you perform the resetting operation, “DATA RESET” appears on the screen, preventing change of the record interval. * You cannot set the record interval to off. 1.
Total trip distance/total elapsed time entry TOTAL DATA You can enter any values to the total trip distance and total elapsed time in the Data mode “Past records” (page 47), then you can start with the values entered. The total trip distance and total elapsed time can be retained even after formatting the wristwatch or replacing the wristwatch. * Press and hold the MODE1 or MODE2 button to increase/decrease the number quickly. 1.
Setting the auto-mode AUTO MODE Switch on/off of the auto-mode (page 26). 1. Press and hold the MENU button in the Clock mode or Sports mode until “SETUP MENU” appears on the screen. It switches to “CLOCK DATE” automatically. Switch modes : MENU (press & hold) 2. Switch to “AUTO MODE” pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button, and then confirm it pressing the SSS button. Switch screen : MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : SSS Current setting 3. Select “ON” or “OFF” pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button.
Setting sound SOUND Switch on/off of the button operation sound and target heart rate zone alarm sound. 1. Press and hold the MENU button in the Clock mode or Sports mode until “SETUP MENU” appears on the screen. It switches to “CLOCK DATE” automatically. Switch modes : MENU (press & hold) 2. Switch to “SOUND” pressing the MODE1 or MODE2 button, and then confirm it pressing the SSS button. Switch screen : MODE1 (or) MODE2 Confirm : SSS 3.
Correcting the sea level altitude ALT Correct the sea level altitude. * Stop the measurement before you change the settings. * In case of shortcutting from Clock mode or Sports mode, proceed to the step 2 skipping the step 1. * For details of the altitude, see “Basic knowledge of the altitude measurement” on page 61. * Press and hold the MODE1 or MODE2 button to increase/decrease the number quickly. 1.
Basic knowledge of the altitude measurement 1 Altitude measurement function This unit measures the atmospheric pressure using a built-in pressure sensor and determines the altitude. It estimates the altitude using the relation between the altitude and pressure of ISO 2533 (Standard atmosphere), which was developed based on the international standard atmosphere specified by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
2 Relation between the altitude and atmospheric pressure The higher the altitude, the lower the atmospheric pressure. At an altitude of 500 m or less, the pressure changes by 12 hPa per 100 m of altitude. 3 Knowledge related to weather and altitude The change in atmospheric pressure when the weather changes from a good condition such as clear and sunny, to a bad condition such as rainy and cloudy is equivalent to the ascending altitude of about 100 m. Thunder storms will be result in even larger changes.
Heart rate training This section is just a general overview of training with heart rate data. For more complete information, there are books and websites with more in-depth information. Generally, the heart rate increases during exercise, getting higher in conjunction with the intensity of the workout. The measurement of your heart beat is a good indicator of the intensity of your workout.
Obtaining individual heart rate zone for building up power Athletic ability is different from person to person. The effective and reasonable target heart rate zone has to be obtained from the actual ride data. A time trial for 20 minutes or 5 km (hereinafter abbreviated as TT) is required to measure the actual data. Perform the TT under the following conditions, according to the specified procedure. * TT is a training item, in which riders bicycle a specified distance at full speed.
7. Obtain your target heart rate zone from the table below according to the average heart rate recorded. e.g.) Average heart rate at 20 minutes time trial is 100%. Heart rate zone level 1 (Active Recovery) 2 (Endurance) 3 (Tempo) 4 (Lactate Threshold) 5 (VO2 Max) Lower limit 0% 65 % 80 % 91 % 102 % Upper limit 64 % 79 % 90 % 101 % 112 % * An elite ride should set the value 4% lower than those values above.
2 Training for competition Measure your resting heart rate just after waking in the morning and your maximum heart rate (perhaps during competition). Then set your target zone according to your goal: A) For recovery, endurance training, and weight loss : 60% - 70% (aerobic exercise) B) For quality endurance and tempo training : 70% - 80% (aerobic exercise) C) For increasing TT and race ability, and VO2 max : 85% + (anaerobic exercise) D) For anaerobic capacity and sprinting : 92.
3 Use of the target zone When the heart rate is out of the zone during the measurement, the wristwatch sounds an alarm and notifies the rider by flashing . The heart rate zone is selected from 5 predetermined zones. For a training aiming at a heart rate of 140 to 160 bpm, select HR.ZONE:3 as shown below. Then, the wristwatch sounds an alarm when the heart rate falls below 140 bpm, or rises above 160 bpm.
Trouble shooting If a malfunction occurs, check the following before contacting CatEye or your retailer for repair or service. Trouble on display Trouble Check Items Display motion becomes Is the surrounding temperature slower. low (below zero degree Celsius or 32 degrees Fahrenheit)? The remaining battery capacicon appears. ity for the wristwatch is low. “STOP” appears. The stop reminder function (page 27) is activated.
Trouble Check Items Remedy Measure the current speed, Is the connection on the ca- The continuity on the cadence side of the speed but cannot measure the ca- dence side of the speed sen- sensor is bad. dence. sor dirty? Loosen the set screw on the cadence side to remove the cadence sensor. Clean the pins with a dry cloth and replace the sensor. After cleaning, adjust the distance to the magnet, and then firmly secure the sensor.
Trouble on operation Trouble Check Items Pressing and holding the Check whether the Setup MODE1 or MODE2 button mode is displayed (page 49). does not turn on a light. Check whether lights up on the wristwatch screen. Remedy The backlight does not turn on in the Setup mode. The remaining battery capacity of the wristwatch is low. Replace it with a new battery (CR2430). After replacement, be sure to perform the restarting operation (page 14).
Water resistance of the wristwatch The wristwatch is water-resistant up to 100 feet (30 meters). Refer to the following for proper use. Before aquatic and outdoor activities Caution: UÊ The heart rate sensor and speed sensor are waterproof, but should not be used for underwater activities. UÊ Wash with pure water and wipe off any salt and dirt, after using in seawater or outdoors. UÊ Do not press any button when wet. Waterproof Capability Rain, splash, etc.
Wristwatch Battery life: Approx. 1 year when used for 1 hour per day. * When the remaining battery capacity is low, lights up. 1. Open the battery cover of the wristwatch 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. using a coin, etc. Turn the inner cover to the open position using a coin, remove this, and insert a new lithium battery (CR2430) with the (+) side up. * Do not turn the inner cover excessively. Otherwise, the tab may be damaged. Turn the inner cover to the closed position.
Maintenance Regularly perform the following instructions to prolong the life of your Q3a. UÊ Regularly check that the positions of the magnets and sensors are correct, and they are secured firmly. UÊ When the wristwatch, heart rate sensor, and speed sensor are dirty, wash them with water or wipe them with a soft cloth dampened with diluted neutral detergent, then wipe with dry cloth. Do not use solvents such as benzine or rubbing alcohol as they may damage the surfaces.
Flow of the screen Clock mode Day of the week CLOCK MENU Altitude M1 Clock M1 Temperature Date MENU M2 Sports mode Current speed SPORTS MENU Heart rate Average speed Cadence M1 Elapsed time Average heart rate Average cadence Elapsed time M1 MENU M2 Current speed MENU Heart rate Current speed Cadence M2 MENU Trip distance MENU SETUP MENU Heart rate Cadence M2 Setup mode M1 ALARM Setting the alarm clock M2 M2 M1 M1 CLOCK DATE Setting the clock/date M2 Training f
MENU MENU M1 M1 MODE1 M2 M2 MODE1 MODE2 MENU MODE2 MENU (press & hold) M1 Maximum speed Maximum heart rate Maximum cadence Elapsed time Current speed Heart rate Altitude Heart rate M1 M2 Cadence Lap timer M1 Elapsed time Calorie Consumption M2 Heart rate M2 UNITS Setting the measurement unit M2 M2 M2 M2 M2 M1 TOTAL DATA Total trip distance/total elapsed time entry M1 Cadence Clock M1 SYNC ID Setting the sensor ID AUTO MODE Setting the auto-mode Slope angle Elapsed
Specifications Measurement function Upper display Current speed Average speed Maximum speed Altitude Ascending altitude Average lap speed Maximum lap speed Middle display Heart rate Average heart rate Maximum heart rate Average lap heart rate Maximum lap heart rate Cadence Average cadence Maximum cadence Average lap cadence Maximum lap cadence Temperature Slope angle Lap number Lower display Elapsed time Trip distance Countdown distance Countdown time 0.0 (4.0) – 150.0 km/h 0.0 (3.0) – 93.
Interval Upper display (current speed, average speed, and maximum speed) Middle display (current heart rate, average heart rate, maximum heart rate, current cadence, average cadence, and maximum cadence) Lower display (interval time, number of intervals, trip distance in an interval, and recovery time) Saving the data Saves the data at the time of resetting (The oldest file will be deleted automatically when exceeding 30 files) (The oldest file will be deleted and the data during the measurement will be sav
Registration CATEYE Web Site (http://www.cateye.com) For warranty service you must register your product. Please register your Q3a as soon as possible. CATEYE provides regular technical support and new product information as much as possible. Please register on-line through the “Support” page on our web site. You will need the product’s 7 -digit number (marked on the battery cover) to register your product.
Index 2.4 GHz digital wireless system ......... 6 H A Heart rate sensor ............................. 13 Heart rate training ............................ 63 HOME (home altitude setting).......... 61 Accessories........................................ 8 Alarm clock mode ............................ 24 Altitude measurement ........................ 6 Automatic recognition of the speed sensor ID ................................. 7 Auto-mode (automatic measurement)................ 26 B Backlight ...........
Restarting .................................. 14, 21 T S Target heart rate zone ................ 35, 63 Tire circumference ........................... 17 Tire circumference reference table... 17 Total trip distance/total elapsed time entry (TOTAL DATA) ................ 57 Training for competition................... 66 Training function.............................. 32 Transmission sleep mode ................ 23 Trouble shooting.............................. 68 Saving and managing the files .........
請填入手錶後蓋上刻印的7位數字。 请填入手表后盖上刻印的7位数字。 リストウォッチ裏面のバッテリーカバーに記載の7桁の数字をご記入ください。 Veuillez indiquer le numéro à 7 chiffres indiqué sur le couvercle de la pile de l’unité principale. Geben Sie bitte die siebenstellige Nummer an, die auf der Batterieabdeckung der Haupteinheit steht. Vul de 7-cijferige nummers in die op de batterijendeksel van de computer staan. Por favor, complete el número de 7 dígitos mostrado en la tapa de las pilas de la unidad principal).
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