Epson Runsense SF-810 User Manual

User ManualGPS Sports Monitor

Notes on Electromagnetic WavesThis device is equipped with Bluetooth® Smart technology. When operating supported smartphones, this functionwirelessly

ScreenYou can display up to four measurement screens. You can change the screen pattern (by displaying one line to threelines of data) and the measure

Screen pattern tableMeasurement screenScreen Pattern Screen Explanation1 Line Displays one measurement item on the screen.2 LinesDisplays two measurem

Screen Pattern Screen ExplanationHR&GraphBCDAThis shows whether or not you are within thelimits of the set heart rate zone. When the HR Zoneis off

Screen Pattern Screen Explanation2 Lines Displays two measurement items on the screen bydividing the screen into two sections.SF-810 User ManualSe

Measurement display abbreviationsMeasurement screenDisplay itemDisplay nameExplanation1 Line 2 Lines/3 LinesDistance Distance Dist. Total distance fro

Display itemDisplay nameExplanation1 Line 2 Lines/3 LinesAverage Pitch Avg.Pitch Av.Pitch Average pitch from the start ofmeasurementsLap Pitch LapPitc

Display Lap ScreenDisplay itemDisplay nameExplanation1 Line 2 Lines/3 LinesSplit Time SplitTime Split Total time from the start of measurementsLap Dis

Changing the measurement screenThe setting method varies depending on the screenpattern. See the explanations for each screen pattern.U “Setting 1 Lin

After checking, press A and go to the followingstep.FSelect Line 1.Use C/D to select, and then press A.GSelect Calories Burnt.Use C/D to select, and t

BDisplay the Measure set. menu.Hold down B on the measurement screen.CSelect Screen.Use C/D to select, and then press A.DSelect Screen4.Use C/D to sel

WarningIf you notice any abnormalities on your skin and so on, stop using the device immediately andcontact a specialist.In areas in which usage is re

❏ When not performing GPS positioning(Indoor mode):Press C on the time screen, and then selectIndoor on the GPS positioning screen.U “Indoor mode” on

ADisplay the measurement screen.Use one of the following methods to display.❏ When performing GPS positioning:Press C on the time screen.❏ When skippi

GSelect Lap Pace.Use C/D to select, and then press A.Screen Image is displayed.After checking, press A and go to the followingstep.Note:When you have

MaintenanceThis section explains how to maintain this device, replace the battery, and update the firmware.U “Looking after your device” on page 114U

Looking after your devicecImportant:❏ If the device is p lace d in the cradl e whe n it is cover ed in w ater, sweat, or dirt, the contact poin ts c

Replacing the Battery on your GPS Sports MonitorAbout the device's built-in rechargeable batteryYou cannot replace the built-in rechargeable batt

Updating the FirmwareYou may be able to resolve problems that occur byupdating the firmware.We recommend downloading and using the latestversion.cImpo

TroubleshootingThis section explains how to solve problems that occur during use.U “Caution” on page 118U “Problem Solving” on page 118 U “Resetting t

Caution❏ If charging or data transfer becomes unstable, clean the contact points and sensor on the device and the cradle witha damp cotton bud.❏ If de

Problem SolutionBasic actions Measurement stops whileexercising.When exercising slowly, such as when walking, werecommend turning off the AT Pause fun

Preparing and Basic OperationsYou need to make the following preparations before use.U “Checking the Items Provided” on page 13U “Wearing the device”

Problem SolutionCommunication The device is not recognisedcorrectly when it is connectedto a computer.Check the connection for the computer and thecra

Resetting the SystemIf operations are unstable, try resetting the system.Hold down all of the buttons (A/B/C/D) at the same time.The screen is reset a

Contacting us About this ProductGo to www.epson.eu/runsense for service contact details.EPSON EUROPE B.V.Address: Atlas Arena, Asia Building, Hoogoord

After-sales Service❏ For repair and maintenance of this product, contact your local reseller or our repair center.❏ If the battery does not retain its

AppendixU “Understanding the Icons” on page 125U “Product Specifications” on page 127U “Glossary” on page 129SF-810 User ManualAppendix124

Understanding the IconsIcon NameRun mode (measuring while running)Walking mode (measuring while walking)Bike mode (measuring while riding a bike)The s

Icon NameSetup from the external deviceSF-810 User ManualAppendix126

Product SpecificationsDevice specificationsSize (thickness) 14.15 mmWeight 52gWater resistance 5 atmOperatingtimeGPS On/Pulse (Heart rate) On 20 hours

*1 10 hours/day in sleep mode*2 After 70 hours, data is overwritten in chronological order.Cradle specificationsOperating temperature range 5 to 35°CA

GlossaryTerm DefinitionAT Lap This automatically records laps when you have run for a fixed amount oftime or a fixed distance.AT Light This automatica

Checking the Items ProvidedMake sure you check that all of the following items have been supplied with this product. If there is anything missing,cont

Term DefinitionRun Connect Application for computers for use with the Wristable GPS. This uploadsmeasurement data to the Web application (RUNSENSE Vie

IndexAAC adapter...13Altitude...

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Wearing the deviceWhen wearing the product, make sure it does not touch the bone on your wrist. Wear the product closely around yourwrist. Tighten the

Basic OperationsChanging screensThis device is comprised of a Time screen, Measurement screen, Settings screen (Settings menu and Measure set.menu), a

Note:❏ When you leave the device for a while, it enters sleep status and the time display turns off. This is not a malfunction asthe display is restor

Function of each buttonThe function for each button changes depending on which screen is displayed.Time screenOperation buttonsButton Operation Explan

Measurement screenOperation buttonsButton Operation ExplanationAShort press You can display up to four measurement screens and switch thescreens using

Setting screen (Settings menu/Measure set. menu)Operation buttonsButton Operation ExplanationAShort press Confirm a selection.Long press (twoseconds o

IntroductionThank you very much for purchasing this GPS Sports Monitor "RUNSENSE".To use the device correctly, make sure you read the User M

Recall screenOperation buttonsButton Operation ExplanationAShort press Confirm a selection.Long press (twoseconds or more)Displays the time screen.BSh

TapYou can perform one of the following operations by tapping the screen once while measuring.Function ExplanationLap Records the lap.The same operati

Alarm (tones/vibration)This function allows you to sound an alarm when pausing a lap, setting the target pace, and so on.The following shows the alarm

ChargingBefore usecImportant:❏ Make sure you use the cradle that came with this product.❏ Do not place the device in the cradle if it is wet from wate

ChargingcImportant:❏ Charge this device when using it for the first time.❏ Charge in an environment where the surrounding temperature is 5 to 35°C. In

After placing the device into the bottom of the cradle, push carefully on the top of the device until it is fixed inplace.cImportant:Make sure the dev

DWhen charging is complete, remove the device from the cradle.Hold the cradle and press the device down into the lower part of the cradle to release i

Initial SettingsAfter charging the device for the first time and removingit from the cradle, follow the on-screen instructions toInitialize the settin

FSet today's date.Use C/D to select, and then press A.GSet the Date Format.Use C/D to select, and then press A.HGo to a location outside with noo

About the batteryYou can check how much charge remains from the battery icon below the time display.Battery iconHoursremaining*GPS OnPulse (Heart rate

FeaturesThe SF-810 has a built-in heart rate sensor which will help you during workouts and make heart rate zone trainingeasy.Chronograph functionAllo

Specifying a GPS (GPS Positioning)Measuring function for the deviceThis device receives a signal from the GPS, and measures distance and pace. To make

GPS positioningWhen you change to the measurement screen, thedevice receives a signal from various satellites, andidentifies your position to use for

Use either of the following methods to enter indoormode.❏ Select Indoor during GPS positioning❏ If GPS positioning fails, select Indoor on the screend

Making precise measurementsIn the following situations, complete GPS positioning, display the measurement screen, and then wait outside for atleast 15

Educating Your Pulse and Stride SensorAbout the pulse/stride sensorThis product has a built-in pulse sensor and a stride sensor. The pulse sensor dete

Measurable ItemsItems that can be measured by each measurement function for chronograph, interval, and goal mode.When GPS is off for indoor mode, the

Measurement items(Display name)Stride (Stride)Average Stride (Av.Stride)Lap Stride (LapStride)Pitch (Pitch)Average Pitch (Av.Pitch)Lap Pitch (LapPitch

MeasureThe SF-810 has a built-in pulse (heart rate) sensor which will help you during workouts and make heart rate zonetraining easy.Using the positio

Measuring Pulse (Heart Rate) during ExercisePress C on the time screen.GPS positioning starts, and the measurement screen is displayed once positionin

Displaying the measured pulse (heart rate) screenThe heart rate and heart rate zone are displayed by default. The following items can also be displaye

Goal function (distance race)Allows you to set a distance as your goal and measure the distance taken until that goalis reached.You can exercise while

Measuring Time, Distance, and Speed (ChronographFunction)What is the chronograph function?This function allows you to measure split times and lap time

MeasuringOperation buttonsADisplay the measurement screen.Press C on the time screen.GPS positioning starts, and the measurementscreen is displayed on

Note:To stop measuring and return to the time screen❏ After resetting the measurement results in step 5,hold down A.❏ While the screen in step 4 is di

Screen displayMeasurement screenThere are four measurement screens available. Press A to change the screen.Note:You can change the screen pattern and

Lap Hold ScreenThe Lap Hold Screen is displayed for 5 seconds when a lap is recorded.Note:You can change the screen pattern and the measurement items

Setting a Time and Distance for Hard and LightWorkouts (Interval Function)What is the interval function?This function allows you to perform sets of ha

Setting interval conditions and measuringNote:By using the PC application (Run Connect), you can setupinterval conditions from your computer.When sett

GSelect whether to set distance or timeas the length of the sprint (hardexercise).Use C/D to select, and then press A.HSet the time or distance.Use C/

The interval measurement screen is displayed.MeasuringAStart measuring.Press C.Sprint measuring starts.When the sprint time (or sprint distance) haspa

Loading interval conditions that have already been setOperation buttonsLoading interval conditionsADisplay the measurement screen.Press C on the time

SettingsAllows you to change the settings for the device.❏ Communicates with external devices (Communication function)U “Smart Phone” on page 96❏ Inve

GSelect OK.Use C/D to select, and then press A.The interval measurement screen is displayed.MeasuringSee the following page for information on measuri

Screen displayThere are five measurement screens available. Press A to change the screen.Note:You can change the screen pattern and the measurement it

Measure until the Time or Distance Set in Advance IsReached (Goal Function) What is the goal function?This function allows you to measure until the ti

Measuring by setting the time or distanceOperation buttonsSet the time or distance.ADisplay the measurement screen.Press C on the time screen.GPS posi

MeasuringAStart measuring.Press C.BWhen the set time or distance isreached, the "Finish" screen isdisplayed.The time, distance, and calories

Screen displayThere are five measurement screens available. Press A to change the screen.Note:You can change the screen pattern and the measurement it

Recording LapsAutomatically (AT LapFunction)When a time or distance set in advance is reached, lapsare recorded automatically.Set the lap time or dist

Hold down C/D to speed through the numbers.GComplete the settings.Hold down A.The measurement screen is displayed.SF-810 User ManualMeasure57

Automatically Start/StopMeasuring (AT PauseFunction)Measuring stops automatically when you stop running,and resumes when you continue running.Operatio

Setting a Pace andMeasuring (Target PaceFunction)You can use this function to sound an alarm if you fallbehind the pace set as the target pace during

ContentsIntroductionFeatures... 3Using this Device SafelySymbols in this Manual... 8Notes on Usage...

FSet the range for maintaining yourtarget pace.Use C/D to set, and then press A.Hold down C/D to speed through the numbers.An alarm sounds if you are

Checking Measurement Data (Recall Function)You can check measured data on the recall screen.U “Checking Measurement Data” on page 62U “Measurement dat

Checking MeasurementDataYou can check measured data on the recall screen.Operation buttonsADisplay the recall screen.Press D on the time screen.BSelec

Measurement Item- Start Time/End TimeDistanceSplit timeAverage paceCalories BurntAverage StrideAverage HRLap StepsAT LapManual LapSprintRecoveryTotal

DSelect Delete.Use C/D to select, and then press A.ESelect Yes.Use C/D to select, and then press A.FAfter deleting, display the recallscreen.Note:To c

Data Management Using the Web Application(RUNSENSE View)This device allows you to manage measured data using a dedicated Web application (RUNSENSE Vie

What is the Web Application (RUNSENSE View)?The web application (RUNSENSE View) sends measurement data through your computer allowing you to monitor,a

WorkoutDisplays your data as a graph. This allows you to analysetraining from different angles.SF-810 User ManualData Management Using the Web App

Installing Run Connect(Uploader Software)You need Run Connect to upload measurement data tothe Web application (RUNSENSE View).Follow the steps below

Creating an Account (When Using for the First Time)You need to create an account with the Web application (RUNSENSE View) when using it for the first

Measuring... 83Setting the Target Pace Function... 84Setting the target pace... 84Measuring...

CClick Create Account.DCreate an account.Enter a Login ID (Email address), and Password, and then click Create Account.To upload measurement data, go

Uploading Measurement DataYou can upload measurement data to the Web application (RUNSENSE View).AConnect the cradle to the computer on which Run Conn

CEnter your Login ID and Password on the Run Connect screen, and then clickUpload.Note:If you select Select Upload and then click Upload, the data lis

Data is uploaded to the Web application (RUNSENSE View).When the upload is complete, the Web application (RUNSENSE View) starts and the Home screen is

Checking Uploaded Measurement DataAccess the Web application (RUNSENSE View) to check uploaded measurement data.AStart RUNSENSE View.Use one of the fo

o Click Start RUNSENSE View on the Run Connect screen.The Run Connect screen is displayed when you place the device in the cradle connected to the com

CClick the data you want to check from the uploaded data.Note:For information on using the Web application (RUNSENSE View), see the RUNSENSE View Help

Setting Measurements Using the PCApplication (Run Connect)U “What is the PC Application (Run Connect)” on page 78U “Starting Run Connect and Displayin

What is the PC Application (Run Connect)Using the PC application (Run Connect), you can upload measurement data to the Web application (RUNSENSEView).

Model Settings - Interval Settings ScreenWhen making the Interval setting, you can alsocustomise your sprint and recovery intervals.SF-810 User Ma

Using this Device SafelyMake sure you read the manuals (Quick Start Guide and User Manual) first to use this product safely.The product may malfunctio

Starting Run Connect and Displaying the SettingsScreenAConnect the cradle to the computer on which Run Connect is installed with a USBcable.BPlace the

CClick Model Settings on the Run Connect screen.The settings on the device are saved to Run Connect, and the Model Settings screen is displayed.Note:C

Setting the AT LapFunctionWhen setting the AT Lap function, you can set your owntime or distance to divide laps.Setting AT lapADisplay the Model Setti

FSet the distance or time to divide thelap, and then click OK.GWhen registering multiple entries orediting them, click the button andperform operation

Setting the Target PaceFunctionWhen setting the Target Pace function, you can set yourown target pace.Setting the target paceADisplay the Model Settin

When editing registered settings, select thesetting you want to edit, and then click eachbutton.Button ExplanationAdd Register newsettings.Insert Inse

JSelect the settings you want to write tothe device, and then click Write toWrist Device.KClick Yes.Settings are written to the device.LClick Close.Me

Setting the IntervalFunctionWhen making the Interval setting, you can alsocustomise your sprint and recovery intervals.Setting intervalsADisplay the M

FSet the Distance, Time, and HR Zonefor the Sprint Section (hard)/Recovery Section (light).Also, click No. of Repetitions, andthen click OK.GWhen regi

SettingsYou can change a variety of settings on the SF-810. Choose settings to suit your purpose.U “How to Change the Settings” on page 90U “Measure s

Notes on UsageNotes on using the product and componentsWarningExercise according to your physical capabilities. Stop exercising and consult your docto

How to Change the SettingsSF-810 User ManualSettings90

Measure settingsAllows you to change the measurement settings.Changing the Measure settingscImportant:❏ When performing GPS positioning, makesure the

The measurement screen is displayed.Note:On the screen displayed after resetting measurements, ifyou hold down A, the time screen is displayed.SF-810

Measure set. tableSetting items Value ExplanationActivity Type Run (default) Set when running or jogging.Walk Set when walking (exercising at a slow p

Setting items Value ExplanationTarget Pace SETTING 01 to 03 Set the target time and pace range for one kilometre/mile. An alarm sounds if you are outs

SettingsAllows you to change the settings for the device.Changing the SettingsOperation buttonsADisplays the Settings menu.Hold down B on the time scr

Settings tableSmart PhoneSet to connect the smartphone to this device and communicate.Setting items Value ExplanationConnect - Register a smartphone t

Setting items Value ExplanationHR Settings Setting1Most users (99%+) should use Setting1.Setting2Please select Setting2 if you have a very low heart r

System SettingsMake settings for the device's system.The value in brackets () is the default setting.Setting items Value ExplanationLanguage Engl

Setting items Value ExplanationContrast (4) Set the contrast for the screen.Auto Sleep ON (default) When you leave the device for a while, this functi