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Quickstart Instructions 

 

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Summary of Contents for SWIMSENSE

Page 1: ...Quickstart Instructions Download the full instruction manual at Swimsense com ...

Page 2: ... your Swimsense performance monitor in the Swimsense dock Match up the FINIS logos so that the port and cable are on the right side of the unit 2 Connect the dock to your computer s USB port via the provided USB cable 3 Your Swimsense device will begin charging Tip When properly connected to USB the watch will display CONNECTED TO USB 2 ...

Page 3: ...ter your new Swimsense at Swimsense com and run the Swimsense Bridge to check if any updates are available for your device Register for a Swimsense Account 1 While your Swimsense is connected and charging launch your web browser and go to Swimsense com 2 Click REGISTER in the top navigation bar to be taken to the registration form 3 Fill in the fields with your personal information and submit 4 Up...

Page 4: ...Bridge is a piece of software that runs on your computer to transfer your workout files 3 Click on the Swimsense Bridge image on the right side of the page to start the install a It may take a moment for the install to begin Be patient b Click Open when prompted c Click Install if you are installing the Swimsense Bridge for the first time d Click Continue to select the default installation locatio...

Page 5: ...mpted to enter your user name email and password 3 Make sure that you have a live internet connection and the Swimsense device is correctly plugged into your computer s USB port 4 Enter your user name email and password you created during registration and click AUTHENTICATE 5 If new firmware updates are available for your device the Swimsense Bridge will notify you at this point 6 Follow the onscr...

Page 6: ...y connect your device 2 Along the top of the window select the Config Device button 3 Use the four tabs to configure your user device and pool settings while also building custom screens for Swim Mode 4 Save the settings on the Bridge and they will automatically be saved on the device Tip Watch Position Left or Right wrist and Pool Size must be set correctly for each workout 6 ...

Page 7: ...ear next to each button when an option or action is available Press to scroll up through options view previous option or increase Press to scroll down through options view next option or decrease SEL Generally used to select or start EXIT Press to exit from your current screen or option and return to the parent menu for that option Tip Keep pressing the EXIT button and you will eventually return t...

Page 8: ... Swimsense Bridge you may also configure the device on the watch itself 1 From the Home screen press until you reach Config Then press SEL 2 Press SEL to select a setting Use to adjust each setting NEXT to toggle to the next highlighted option on the screen then SAVE to confirm and exit Tip Watch Position Left or Right wrist and Pool Size must be set correctly for each workout It is also recommend...

Page 9: ...fer if you are swimming or resting and thus determine all of your interval times distances and rest periods automatically 1 Enable iiM in the configuration menu 2 When you are ready to start your workout press SWIM and begin swimming 3 While swimming be sure to follow the iiM Rules listed on the next page to improve your recognition accuracy 4 At the conclusion of your swim press STOP IMPORTANT ii...

Page 10: ...sense is now timing your intervals so you better not finish short 3 Be Still Between Intervals After a few seconds of non swimming the screen will automatically pause and invert when you are resting However you should try and stay as still as possible so that excess motion isn t confused for swimming A suggestion would be to put your Swimsense hand or wrist on the wall to hold it still 4 Have At L...

Page 11: ...u have enabled iiM then swim normally and follow the iiM tips pg 8 9 No button presses will be needed while swimming with iiM 4 If you have not enabled iiM then you will need to manually record intervals and rest periods Do so by pressing PAUSE The screen will invert so that the background is black This means you are now resting When you are ready to start swimming again press the SWIM button and ...

Page 12: ...ut press RESET The workout will be automatically saved and stored If you want to swim further press SWIM again Note that pressing STOP does not create an interval IMPORTANT Your device should be paused or stopped during drills or kicking sets and anytime you are not actively swimming SWIMMING READY TO SWIM SWIM PAUSED 12 ...

Page 13: ...scroll through the list of workouts 2 Press VIEW to see a workout in depth and use to scroll through various data on your swim 3 You can view workout details broken down by stroke in the Stroke Type Data submenu Press VIEW to see further details and EXIT to go back to the overview WORKOUT SUMMARY REVIEW BY STROKE TYPE 13 ...

Page 14: ...he Intervals submenu Again press VIEW to see more details and EXIT to return to the overview Need More Help Visit our FINIS support site at FINISinc com Support There you can create support tickets or engage in our live chat REVIEW BY INTERVAL 14 ...

Page 15: ...e When prompted select Run Now 2 The Swimsense Bridge window will load and you will be prompted to enter your user name email and password 3 Make sure that you have a live internet connection and the Swimsense device is correctly plugged into your computer s USB port 4 Enter your user name email and password you created during registration and click AUTHENTICATE 5 Once authenticated and connected ...

Page 16: ...ord 2 After logging in you will be taken to your DASHBOARD overview page where you can view cumulative stats or progress goals 3 Click on WORKOUTS Uploaded Workouts to view a list of the most recent workouts you have uploaded to your Training Log 4 Click on WORKOUTS Calendar View to see your workouts laid out on a calendar 5 Clicking on the Details of a workout will take you to the Workout Details...

Page 17: ...on of both the left and right arm PACE A measure of average time per 100 For example if you did a 500 swim in 6 00 then your pace time per 100 will be 1 12 STROKE RATE The average time in seconds it takes for you to complete a full stroke cycle Measured in Seconds Stroke DISTANCE PER STROKE How far you travel with each stroke cycle Measured in meters or yards this metric lets you understand how lo...

Page 18: ...wimming metrics you should configure your device before getting in the pool See page for 7 configuration details Q How do I record intervals and sets during my swim workout A Use iiM or the PAUSE button to capture intervals during your swim iiM will automatically infer when you stop swimming so no button presses are needed However if you want to be more accurate manually pressing the PAUSE button ...

Page 19: ...stopped or placed in pause mode Q What size pools does the Swimsense work in A The Swimsense will work in any pool that is between 18 yards and 50 meters Before swimming you will need to configure your pool size to the correct distance in meters or yards Q Does the Swimsense work for open water swimming A Currently the Swimsense is designed for pool use Q How do I upload my workouts to the online ...

Page 20: ...pe clean the back of the Swimsense watch and top of the docking station before connecting Remove any excess debris The Swimsense device is water resistant and can be used safely in swimming pools lakes oceans or any fresh or salt water All users of this product assume risk resulting from its use Whether proximate or remote there may be a risk of injury Neither manufacturer nor seller of this produ...

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