POLAR OH1 2L Heart Rate Monitor Armband User Guide
- June 15, 2024
- Polar
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POLAR OH1 2L Heart Rate Monitor Armband
Product Information
Specifications:
- Model: 2L
- Manufactured by: Polar Electro Oy
- Email: customercare@polar.com
- Website: www.polar.com
- Support: support.polar.com/en/OH1
- Language: English
- Compatibility: Polar OH1 is compatible with various devices and apps including Polar wrist units, Polar Beat mobile app, and Polar Flow app.
Product Usage Instructions
Charge:
To charge the Polar OH1 sensor:
- Place the sensor into the USB adapter with the lens facing up so that the contacts on the sensor and USB adapter meet.
- Plug the USB adapter into a computer USB port or USB power wall outlet.
- Do not charge the device when the charging contacts are wet.
Use with Polar Beat mobile app:
To use the Polar OH1 sensor with the Polar Beat mobile app:
- Download the Polar Beat app onto your mobile device.
- Turn on the OH1 sensor by pressing the button.
- Pair the sensor from the Beat settings and follow the instructions provided by the app.
Use with Polar wrist unit:
To use the Polar OH1 sensor with a Polar wrist unit:
- Download the Polar Flow app onto your mobile device.
- Turn on the OH1 sensor by pressing the button.
- The Flow app will automatically discover the sensor and guide you through the setup process.
- If you prefer to use a computer, install Polar FlowSync from flow.polar.com/start, run it, plug the sensor into a USB port, and follow the instructions provided.
- Remember to pair the sensor with your wrist unit. Refer to support.polar.com for device-specific pairing instructions.
Wear on your arm:
To wear the Polar OH1 sensor on your arm:
- Place the sensor into the armband holder with the lens facing up.
- Wear the armband so that the sensor is on the underside of the armband firmly against your skin.
- Wear the OH1 around your lower or upper arm, not around your wrist.
Wear with swimming goggles:
To wear the Polar OH1 sensor with swimming goggles:
- Place the sensor in the swimming goggle strap clip.
- Attach the clip to your swimming goggles strap.
- The lens of the sensor should touch the bare skin of your temple.
Start training:
You can record your training session using various methods:
- With a Polar wrist unit
- With the Polar Beat app
- With just the OH1 sensor alone
To start a training session with the OH1 sensor alone:
- Turn on the OH1 sensor by pressing the button until the lights are switched on.
- Press the button twice to start the session.
- When you’re done training, press and hold the button until the lights are switched off.
By default, the OH1 sensor sends your heart rate (HR) signal via ANT+. You can turn it off from the Polar Beat settings if desired.
Maintenance:
To maintain the Polar OH1 sensor:
- Refer to the armband care label for washing instructions.
- Treat the sensor with care.
Product Safety:
This product is not a toy. Do not allow children or pets to play with this
product. This product contains small components that can be a choking hazard.
Radio Equipment:
The radio equipment operates in the 2.402 – 2.480 GHz ISM frequency band(s)
and has a maximum power of 2.0 mW.
FAQ
- Q: Can I use the Polar OH1 sensor with other fitness apps?
- A: The Polar OH1 sensor is primarily designed to work with Polar Beat and Polar Flow apps. However, some third-party fitness apps may support the OH1 sensor. Please check the compatibility of the app before use.
- Q: How do I clean the armband holder and swimming goggle strap clip?
- A: You can clean the armband holder and swimming goggle strap clip using a mild soap solution and water. Rinse thoroughly and allow them to dry before use.
Getting Started Guide
This guide will help you get started with Polar OH1. For more help and product information see support.polar.com/en/OH1. Polar OH1 can be used as a training device that records and stores data or as a heart rate sensor with a Polar wrist unit.
Charge
- Place the sensor into the USB adapter with the lens facing up so that the contacts on the sensor and USB adapter meet (picture 1).
- Plug the USB adapter into a computer USB port or USB power wall outlet (picture 2).
- Do not charge the device when the charging contacts are wet.
Use with Polar Beat mobile app
- Download Polar Beat onto your mobile device.
- Turn OH1 on by pressing the button.
- Pair the sensor from Beat settings and follow the instructions.
Use with Polar wrist unit
Download the Polar Flow app onto your mobile device. Turn OH1 on by pressing the button. Flow app discovers the sensor automatically and guides you through the setup. If you want to use a computer, install Polar FlowSync from Flow polar.com/start, run it, plug the sensor into a USB port, and follow the instructions. Remember to pair the sensor with your wrist unit. See support.polar.com for device-specific pairing instructions.
Wear it on your arm
- Place the sensor into the armband holder with the lens facing up (picture 3).
- Wear the armband so that the sensor is on the underside of the armband firmly against your skin (picture 4).
- Wear the OH1 around your lower or upper arm, not around your wrist (picture 5).
Wear with swimming goggles
- Place the sensor in the swimming goggle strap clip and attach the clip to your swimming goggles strap (picture 6).
- The lens should touch the bare skin of your temple.
Start training
You can record your training session with your wrist unit, Polar Beat app
or with just the OH1 sensor alone. If you want to use the sensor alone, turn
OH1 on by pressing the button until the lights are switched on and press the
button twice to start the session. When you’re done training press and hold
the button until the lights are switched off. By default, OH1 sends your HR
signal also via ANT+. You can turn it off from the Polar Beat settings if you
want.
Maintenance
See the armband care label for washing instructions. Treat the sensor with care.
Materials
Sensor : ABS, ABS+GF, PMMA, SUS 316 (Stainless steel).
This product is not a toy. Do not allow children or pets to play with this product. This product contains small components that can be a choking hazard. The radio equipment operates 2.402 – 2.480 GHz ISM frequency band(s) and 2.0 mW maximum power.
Compatible with
Manufactured by Polar Electro Oy customercare@polar.com www.polar.com
Find Product Support support.polar.com/en/OH1
References
- Support | Polar Global
- OH1 optical heart rate sensor | Polar Global
- Heart Rate Monitors, fitness trackers and sports watches | Polar Global
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