HEALTH
™
TOUCH
HEART RATE MONITOR WATCH USER GUIDE
W265 NA 298-095000
Part Numbers:
Program Name: W265 Health Touch
Instruction book
Mech Release Date: 10.2010
W265_NA 298-095000
W265_EU 298-To Come
W265_AS 298-To Come
Final Mechanical File Name:
298-095000_NA
Regions:
(pick one)
U.S.
International
North America
Global
Final Production Size: 3.75” wide x
2.125” high
Replaces Part Number: n/a
Dieline Number: n/a
File Name: W265_NA_HealthTouch
Instructions
Final File Format Delivered:
Bleed included: Yes No
Production Designer: MSaleeby
Production Notes:
CSR Number: W265
Release To Production Date: 9/5/10
Vendor:
Designer(s):MSaleeby
Trim Size: 3.75” wide x 2.125” high
Colors used:
Vendor Contact:
4-Color Process for Cover
Design Notes: NA
Black for inside of book
Varnish:
(match previous books for varnish on cover)
TAble of CoNTeNTs
WATCh DisplAy AND buTToN overvieW .................................................. 4
DisplAy iCoNs AND DesCripTioNs............................................................ 5
operATioN overvieW ................................................................................ 6
MoDe orDer ............................................................................................... 7
MeAsuriNg your heArT rATe .................................................................. 7
heArT rATe loCk ........................................................................................ 8
relATive heArT rATe................................................................................ 10
TArgeT heArT rATe ZoNe......................................................................... 10
TArgeT heArT rATe ZoNe seTup ............................................................. 11
heArT rATe ZoNe AlerT........................................................................... 14
ACTiviTy...................................................................................................... 15
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Display icons and Descriptions
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Watch Display and button overview
The watch buttons are not intended for use in or under water as this will
compromise the watch’s water resistance.
indicates heart rate values and setup mode;
flashes during acquisitions
image may vary from actual watch
l
hEarT raTE lOcK
indicates heart rate function is disabled
p
pM
indicates pM time, unless 24-hour time
iNDiglo® buTToN
MoDe
sTArT/sTop
reseT
is selected
s
G
w
alarM
indicates alarm function is On
hOUrlY chiME
sTOpWaTch / TiMEr
indicates hourly chime function is On
indicates stopwatch and Timer modes;
flashes when mode is active
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operation overview
Mode order
1. Time of Day
2. sTW (stopwatch)
3. TiMEr (countdown Timer)
4. acTi (activity)
5. alM (alarm)
6. sETUp (setup)
7. TiME-2 (second Time Zone)
Measuring your heart rate
To get your heart rate reading, follow these three simple steps:
1. strap the watch snugly around your wrist.
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2. place your finger on the watch’s heart rate sensor (the stainless steel
top ring) and touch gently for 5-8 seconds (the heart icon will flash).
submerged in water. since water acts as a natural conductor, it can
accidentally trigger the heart rate feature.
3. The health Touch™ watch will beep and your heart rate will be
To activate the heart rate lock:
displayed in beats per minute (BpM).
1. in Time of Day, hold rEsET for 3 seconds.
2. The “l”icon will appear, and if you try to measure
your heart rate, the message “hr OFF” will display.
Your heart rate reading will remain displayed for 6 seconds after you
remove your finger from the heart rate sensor.
This watch is a sensitive monitoring device that reads your Ecg signals
and reading times may vary. if you do not get a reading, remove your
finger from the bezel for 30 seconds and try again. if you still do not get
a reading refer to the Troubleshooting - heart rate section.
3. To unlock the heart rate feature, repeat step 1.
NoTe: if you need to take a heart rate reading while the watch is
“locked”, there is an override to this feature. press rEsET, and while the
“l” is flashing, measure your heart rate. Once the heart rate is displayed,
the lock feature is reinstated.
heart rate lock
The heart rate lock feature prevents triggering the heart rate feature
from accidental contact and environments where excessive water/
moisture is present. an example would be in a pool where the watch is
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if your heart rate is lower than your target zone lower limit, the watch will
relative heart rate
beep twice and your heart rate will display with the message “ZOnE-lo”.
relative heart rate is your current heart rate divided by your maximum
heart rate, and can be a useful reference to manage how hard you are
working during your exercise.
if your heart rate is higher than your target zone upper
limit, the watch will beep twice and your heart rate will
display with the message “ZOnE-hi”.
• Maximum heart rate is calculated as:
Male: 220 minus your age; Female: 226 minus your age
• Your relative heart rate will be displayed as a percentage below your
BpM heart rate.
Example: Debbie’s target zone is 80 BpM (low) to 120
BpM (high). after 5 minutes of walking, Debbie
measures her heart rate at 72 BpM. she is under her
target zone and can decide to pick up her pace.
Target heart rate Zone
The Target heart rate Zone feature compares your
measured heart rate with your targeted heart rate zone.
Target heart rate Zone setup
You can customize the settings in your watch to more
accurately determine calories burned and to set a
personalized target zone. The following chart provides
some heart rate target ranges for your reference.
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if your heart rate is within the target zone, the watch
will beep once and your heart rate will display with the
message “ZOnE-in”.
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1. in setup mode, hold MODE for 3 seconds until the display flashes.
2. press MODE to advance through the settings from age and gender
into the Target Zones.
3. Edit these settings by using sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
4. To save the new settings, hold MODE for 3 seconds.
The age, gender and target zones will appear in confirmation, and
anytime you enter setup mode, if the zone alert is set to On.
Type
high
loW
(85% of max hr)
(65% of max hr)
Male 20 / Female 20
Male 30 / Female 30
Male 40 / Female 40
Male 50 / Female 50
Male 60 / Female 60
Male 70 / Female 70
Male 80 / Female 80
170 / 175
162 / 167
153 / 158
145 / 150
136 / 141
128 / 133
119 / 124
130 /134
124 /127
117 /121
111 / 114
104 /108
98 / 101
91 / 95
NoTe: To rapidly change the setting, hold sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
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heart rate Zone Alert
Activity
While in setup mode, press sTarT/sTOp or rEsET to
toggle the heart rate Zone alert function On or OFF.
activity mode is coupled with an exercise timer and will inform you of
your calories burned. calories are calculated from the last heart rate
measured. so for more accurate readings, check your heart rate often
throughout your workout.
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When OFF, your upper and lower limits will be
“hidden” and your heart rate Zone alert function
will be disabled.
1. in activity mode, press sTarT/sTOp to begin timing.
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When On, your upper and lower limits will appear
in the display and your heart rate Zone alert
function will be enabled.
2. During your workout gently touch and leave your finger on the heart
rate sensor top ring for 5-8 seconds until your heart rate appears.
3. press sTarT/sTOp again to stop timing.
4. To reset the calorie and timer data, press rEsET (the timer must be
stopped).
NoTe: To insure accurate data, enter your age and gender in setup mode.
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Time and Date setup
Alarm and hourly Chime
1. in Time of Day mode, hold MODE for 3 seconds until the display
1. in alarm mode, hold MODE for 3 seconds until the display flashes.
flashes.
2. press MODE to advance thru settings:
-hours
-Minutes
3. Edit these settings by using sTarT/sTOp (+) or
rEsET (-).
4. To save the new settings, hold MODE for 3 seconds.
press sTarT/sTOp to toggle the alarm alert On (s ) or OFF.
2. press MODE to advance through settings:
hours / Minutes / seconds / Month / Day / Year / 12/24 hr format /
Month/Day format / Beep On/OFF (beep with every button press)
3. Edit these settings by using sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
4. To save the new settings, hold MODE for 3 seconds.
NoTe: To rapidly change the setting, hold sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
press rEsET to toggle the hourly chime alert On ( G ) or OFF.
NoTe: To rapidly change the setting, hold sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
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stopwatch
Countdown Timer operation
1. in stopwatch mode, press sTarT/sTOp to begin timing.
2. press sTarT/sTOp again to stop timing.
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in countdown Timer mode, press sTarT/sTOp to begin the countdown.
2. press sTarT/sTOp again to stop the timer.
3. To reset the stopwatch, press rEsET (the chrono-
graph must be stopped).
3. To reset the timer to its original setting, press rEsET (the timer must
be stopped).
Countdown Timer setup
second Time Zone setup
1. in Time-2 mode, hold MODE for 3 seconds until the
display flashes.
2. press MODE to advance through settings: hours /
Minutes
1. in countdown Timer mode, hold MODE for 3
seconds until the display flashes.
2. press MODE to advance through settings:
hours / Minutes / seconds
3. Edit these settings by using sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
4. To save the new settings, hold MODE for 3 seconds.
3. Edit these settings by using sTarT/sTOp (+) or
rEsET (-).
NoTe: To rapidly change the setting, hold sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
4. To save the new settings, hold MODE for 3 seconds.
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Do not expose the watch to chemicals such as gasoline, alcohol,
solvents, insect repellent or sunscreen.
NoTe: To rapidly change the setting, hold sTarT/sTOp (+) or rEsET (-).
Care and Maintenance
To ensure proper function of your heart rate Watch:
Troubleshooting – heart rate
if you are having difficulty measuring your heart rate, you may want to try
the following steps. Try each of these in succession until you are able to
measure your heart rate:
1. Make sure the watch is snugly strapped to your wrist. a loose fit
makes it more difficult to properly measure your heart rate.
2. When touching the heart rate sensor, make sure you are using the
soft, flat pad of your finger, not the tip of your finger.
3. press gently with enough pressure to activate the heart rate measure
function. Muscle “noise” from pressing too hard can make it difficult to
measure your heart rate.
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The watch buttons are not intended for use in or under water as this
will compromise the watch’s water resistance.
avoid rough usage or severe impacts to the watch.
Keep the top ring sensor and the case back plate free from dirt, oils, or
other contaminants.
periodically clean the watch using a soft cloth with mild soap and
water, or similar cleaning solution.
Keep the watch out of extreme heat or cold.
Do not expose the watch to intense direct sunlight for long periods
of time.
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4. Make sure the case back metal plate of the watch is laying flat on your
skin.
in a pool or in the shower, dry the watch before attempting to acquire
a heart rate.
5. Make sure your wrist and finger are clean and free from dirt, oils, or
lotions.
6. stay still, and relax your arms on a stable surface while taking your
heart rate.
7. clean the top ring sensor and the case back metal plate with a mild
soap and water, or similar cleaning solution.
speCifiCATioNs
HearT raTe
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heart rate range: 30-240 BpM
Upper and lower limit heart rate zones/alerts
percentage of maximum heart rate (% Mhr) display
8. Moisten, with water, the pad of the finger you are using to contact the
top ring sensor on the face of the watch.
9. Moisten, with water, the surface between the case back metal plate of
the watch and the skin on your wrist.
activity Mode
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calorie range: 0-9999
Timer range: 100 hours
Time of Day
10.if the watch was exposed to excessive water/moisture, such as being
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aM, pM, hour, minute, second
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12/24 hour format
calendar: month, date, day display with auto leap year adjustment
Key beep On/OFF
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Measuring range: 100 hours
Other
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indiglo® button
Water resistant up to 50 meters / 164 ft (86 p.s.i.a.)
alarm
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One (1) alarm time
hourly chime
alarm duration: 30 seconds
battery
Battery replacement will be required from time to time, and should occur
when:
Stopwatch
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The display fades in part or completely
resolution: 1/100 second
Measuring range: 100 hours
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The heart rate function will not activate
The battery life will vary depending on usage of the light and heart rate
features (which have high power consumption).
Countdown Timer
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resolution: 1 second
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We recommend battery replacement be done by a watch repair service
center to ensure the water seals are not compromised during the
process.
Warranty & service
TiMEx inTErnaTiOnal WarranTY (U.s. liMiTED WarranTY)
YOUr TiMEx® WaTch Or hEarT raTE MOniTOr is WarranTED againsT
ManUFacTUring DEFEcTs BY TiMEx FOr a pEriOD OF OnE YEar FrOM
ThE Original pUrchasE DaTE. TiMEx grOUp Usa, inc. anD iTs WOrlD-
WiDE aFFiliaTEs Will hOnOr This inTErnaTiOnal WarranTY.
please note that Timex may, at its option, repair your Timex® watch by
installing new or thoroughly reconditioned and inspected components or
replace it with an identical or similar model.
The watch uses one (1) standard lithium replacement battery: Cr2032
power off Mode
To conserve battery life during long periods of inactivity, hold the MODE,
sTarT/sTOp and rEsET buttons for 3 seconds. The watch will turn off and
enter power Off Mode. To activate the watch again, simply hold any but-
ton for 3 seconds until the screen turns on.
iMporTANT: plEasE nOTE ThaT This WarranTY DOEs nOT cOVEr
DEFEcTs Or DaMagEs TO YOUr WaTch:
1. after the warranty period expires;
CAuTioN: Entering power Off Mode will reset the watch settings and all
of its data.
2. if the watch was not originally purchased from an authorized Timex
retailer;
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3. from repair services not performed by Timex;
4. from accidents, tampering or abuse; and
5. lens or crystal, strap or band, sensor case, attachments or battery.
Timex may charge you for replacing any of these parts.
This WarranTY anD ThE rEMEDiEs cOnTainED hErEin arE ExclUsiVE
anD in liEU OF all OThEr WarranTiEs, ExprEss Or iMpliED, inclUD-
ing anY iMpliED WarranTY OF MErchanTaBiliTY Or FiTnEss FOr
parTicUlar pUrpOsE.
TiMEx is nOT liaBlE FOr anY spEcial, inciDEnTal Or cOnsEQUEnTial
DaMagEs. some countries and states do not allow limitations on implied
warranties and do not allow exclusions or limitations on damages, so
these limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from country
to country and state to state.
To obtain warranty service, please return your watch or heart rate
monitor to Timex, one of its affiliates or the Timex retailer where the
watch or heart rate monitor was purchased, together with a completed
original repair coupon or, in the U.s. and canada only, the completed
original repair coupon or a written statement identifying your name,
address,
telephone number and date and place of purchase. please include the
following with your watch or heart rate monitor to cover postage and
handling (this is not a repair charge): a Us$ 8.00 check or money order
in the U.s.; a can$7.00 cheque or money order in canada; and a UK£2.50
cheque or money order in the U.K. in other countries, Timex will charge
you for postage and handling. nEVEr inclUDE anY arTiclE OF pEr-
sOnal ValUE in YOUr shipMEnT.
For the U.s., please call 1-800-328-2677 for additional warranty
information.
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For canada, call 1-800-263-0981. For Brazil, call +55 (11) 5572 9733.
For Mexico, call 01-800-01-060-00. For central america, the caribbean,
Bermuda and the Bahamas, call (501) 370-5775 (U.s.). For asia, call 852-
2815-0091. For the U.K., call 44 208 687 9620. For portugal, call 351 212
946 017. For France, call 33 3 81 63 42 00. For germany/austria: +43 662
88921 30. For the Middle East and africa, call 971-4-310850. For other
areas, please contact your local Timex retailer or Timex distributor
for warranty information. in canada, the U.s. and in certain other loca-
tions, participating Timex retailers can provide you with a postage-paid,
pre-addressed repair Mailer for your convenience in obtaining factory
service.
for service questions, call 1-800-328-2677.
For your convenience in obtaining factory service, participating Timex
retailers can provide you with a pre-addressed Mailer.
see the Timex international Warranty for specific instructions on the care
and service of your Timex® heart rate Monitor.
should you need a replacement strap or band, call 1-800-328-2677.
©2010 Timex group Usa, inc. TiMEx, inDiglO and hEalTh TOUch are
trademarks of Timex group B.V. and its subsidiaries.
if your Timex® watch or heart rate Monitor should ever need servicing,
send it to Timex as set forth in the Timex international Warranty or
addressed to:
Tg serviCe CeNTer, p.o. box 2740, little rock, Ar 72203
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This is your repAir CoupoN. keep iT iN A sAfe plACe.
TiMeX iNTerNATioNAl WArrANTy repAir CoupoN
Original Purchase Date: _______________________________________________
(attach a copy of sales receipt, if available)
Purchased by: ______________________________________________________
(name, address, telephone number)
Place of Purchase: ___________________________________________________
(name and address)
Reason for Return:___________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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