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 Polar RS200 Heart Rate Monitor Watch (Red) By: Polar Average Rating: 3.5 Total Reviews: 5 More Information Improved my workout  On: 2008-04-18When I use the heart rate monitor, I get much better weight loss and more calories burnt. I still cant get the software to work with the computer as it uses audio signal to connect to the computer. A bit of a pain really. Nonetheless, the summary on the watch itself is informative enough. I use it to keep track of my heart rate so dont really need to connect to the computer. It would be good though if I had that option. polar On: 2008-04-13works good as a heart monitor, it does require the foot pod for full function, which for the price just get a nike Ipod much cheaper for distance and pace, and it does need special equipment to connect to the internet site. Great little tool! On: 2007-09-12I have used a polar heart rate monitor for my running/fitness walking in the past (Accurex), and I really appreciate the new straps (sooo much more comfortable!) and some of the features that are provided. The user-changeable battery is definitely a plus, and the weblink feature is kind of fun, although I cant seem to get my personal goals to stay programmed as a comparison for my actual sessions. Thats not why I purchased this watch, so its not a big deal, but I wish Polar would make it more consistent/reliable. I have been using my monitor on an almost daily basis in the gym and on the street, and havent had ANY difficulties (yet?) but I do wish Polar would make a watch that wasnt quite so bulky or cheap-looking that still has all of the features (for women anyway) - the face of this one alone practically fits across my entire wrist. It really is time to bring these little babies into the 21st century! All in all, I am very happy with my purchase, and had no problems setting the features and settings to fit my needs (go to the Polar website to see a series of video clips that will actually walk you through the whole process...) I viewed the clips while waiting for Amazon to ship (by the way - VERY slow shipping!) and by the time I received my unit, I was able to walk right through the steps and get out the door to try this little baby out, and was very happy indeed. Many problems  On: 2007-03-23Ive owned this watch (the black one) for about a year now. I did not purchase the foot pod accessory. The watch has on 4 occaisions gone all black lighting up every pixel on the face. When this happens you have to do a reboot holding all 4 buttons down simultaneously until the watch resets. Of course all your data needs to be reentered. THe watch has also mysteriously reset to March 24, 2005 on 4 or 5 occaisions (10am I think). The time and date are all messed up but it keeps your personal info. The problem appears to be on the RS200 only. Check out the posts on runnersworld for many, many more disatisfied customers before making a decision on this watch. Excellent!  On: 2007-01-09For those who run, this is the best option. The price is ok and it works perfectly for what it was designed to. I am really happy about my last purchase. |