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 Polar S410 Heart Rate Monitor Watch By: Polar Average Rating: 2.5 Total Reviews: 2 More Information Sonic Link Simply Doesn't Work, and No Support  On: 2008-01-13The heart rate monitor itself is fine, but they all work fine now. The problem with this one is that the Sonic Link feature used to upload your work outs into the computer simply does not work with anything close to practical reliability. Period. Ive spoken with a tiny number of fortunate souls whove had luck with theirs, but the overwhelming majority of people Ive run into, like me, pull their hair out every time they try to make it work. Every time I have to use it I basically have to sequester myself into some quiet room in the house, hold my breath, suround everything with pillows and soft materials, pray for mercy and then . . . usually within 12 or 13 tries it works. Its absolutely ridiculous. Ive called Polar numerous times to discuss and they have always told me its not the HRM but my computer settings. The problem with that convenient response is that Ive tried it on 5 different computers in the past couple of years and with at least as many microphones, always adjusting the audio controls as I go, and the results dont vary. It doesnt work, Polar doesnt care, and I spent several hundred $ extra for an HRM that really doesnt do anything more than your basic $79 unit. Avoid this thing like the plague. And avoid Polar as well if you have any hopes for customer service. Truly the most disappointing piece of equipment Ive ever owned! Great Training aid.  On: 2006-11-04This is an excellent Heart Monitor and training aid. I upgraded to the S410 from S210 which I used for 5 yrs. Both are excellent monitors, but the ability to upload your exercise info to your computer is well worth the extra $20-30. All you need to upload is a computer with a sound card and some type of microphone. I use the microphone on my headset and it works great. Seeing your workout graphed is quite helpful. For me the most important feature of the both the S410 and the S210 is they work virtually flawlessly in the water. If you are willing to invest a little time in reading the manual and setting it up correctly, you will not be disappointed. |