I've misplaced my chest strap...If I purchase another monitor and strap, can I still use the old watch. This one doesn't beep and I like that part.
1821160
I bought 2 of them, but each chest strap works with its own monitor, as far as i know you can not trade monitors....
1821161
I don't know if they sell just the strap but don't believe there is any real special "link" between the strap and the specific watch. I replaced my watch with a different Pyle model and the strap works with the new watch. It also works with my lifecycle bike which picks up my heart rate from the strap.
2147375
Hello Mr. Pinto. No, the monitor wiill not work without the chest strap. The chest strap has to be fitted farily tightly around your chest and the strap and the electrode should also be moistened. This improves the performance of the monitor. Also, the strap and electrode should be cleaned as per the supplied instructions and stored separately after use. Hope this answers your question. Good luck.
578055
Indeed, you need to acquire the heart monitor and normally it comes with a chest strap. You need to set the strap in your body, connect the heart monitor on it and then try to pair it with your loop...the loop takes a time to identify the heart monitor, ensure you have the monitor connected in the strap and keep it very close to the loop; be patient, I had to try it 3 or 4 times :)Cheers.
1622945
PROBABLY the best solution would be to contact Timex. you will have the number on your warranty/manual literature. it may be more feasable/cost effective to simply get a new watch and keep the other strap as a backup.but definitely check with timex
1868452
When you are using it as a heart rate monitor it is in that mode (you have to push a button to get it there) all it does is monitor you heart rate. You just have to look at it. No recall needed. The chest strap communicates to the watch constantly.
1488694
Hello Beth,For the model I have (Model: 8RS00) there is an additional heart rate strap which needs to be purchased/worn to monitor heart rate. I think there is another model which has it built into the watch, but I'm not sure which one. I've really enjoyed this watch and for my purposes, running, swimming and biking, it's awesome. Good upload onto my iPhone App and good reports for distances, speed, etc. Hope that helps!
1885841
the watch part itself does not have a chest strap, however, the monitor that attaches to your chest and sends the information to the watch does have an adjustable chest strap.
432050
I don't remember what I paid for mine but this one did come with the monitor strap. Word to the wise- don't change the battery yourself. I did and then went on a beach vacation where I promptly realized that saltwater is not a good thing for the guts of a watch. I guess I didn't get the little gasket in exactly the right place when I put the watch back together? It's trash now.
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Timex told me that the chest sensor is normally good for 2 years. Check the price of that kit and compare to a complete set of watch and belt.The 2 prices are sometimes close.If you order just the kit of belt/sensor, be sure you order the appopriate one. There are many-many models!
423315
You have to get the external strap (straps next to your heart). I've found watches that pair with this rather than having an internal heart monitor are more accurate in terms of heart rate, though. (Been using my Garmin 610 for about a year. Still have no complaints at all.)
492010
Sure. I've had female clients use the mens watch and vise versa. It's for fitness, so it shouldn't be a problem. The problem with this watch (sport line) is it can beeps sporadically and sometimes doesn't give accurate bpm. Anytime the watch gets wet; particularly from sweating, it'll just beep every 30 secs. I've purchased a bunch of these for my fitness clients and it has happened to everyone of them. So, be careful when purchasing. If that beep doesn't bother you, then go for it.
1645536
I wish I had the answer, but I had my son set it up and change the time for me when necessary. I never had to change the battery before I lost and still not sure how and when as it hardly ever fell off and suddenly one day I saw it gone and it was nowhere to be found in my house so assume it happened when I was outside for a short while. I have not replaced it as I use an app, and did buy a heart rate monitor which I have never used as it came with a chest strap and I did not want one, and it is too much trouble to put on and complicated to use. I am still on the lookout for something simple and this one did just what I needed. I wish I had the answer, but I had my son set it up and change the time for me when necessary. I never had to change the battery before I lost and still not sure how and when as it hardly ever fell off and suddenly one day I saw it gone and it was nowhere to be found in my house so assume it happened when I was outside for a short while. I have not replaced it as I use an app, and did buy a heart rate monitor which I have never used as it came with a chest strap and I did not want one, and it is too much trouble to put on and complicated to use. I am still on the lookout for something... » Read More I wish I had the answer, but I had my son set it up and change the time for me when necessary. I never had to change the battery before I lost and still not sure how and when as it hardly ever fell off and suddenly one day I saw it gone and it was nowhere to be found in my house so assume it happened when I was outside for a short while. I have not replaced it as I use an app, and did buy a heart rate monitor which I have never used as it came with a chest strap and I did not want one, and it is too much trouble to put on and complicated to use. I am still on the lookout for something simple and this one did just what I needed. « Show Less
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i have it over 5yrs still works. i had to replace the watch battery. PITA to replace the watch battery but the voltage was too low and not reading the HR. the watch and the strap are 2 different batteries.(2025 & 2032) easy batteries to find at local pharm chain store. i replaced both at the same time and all good.
1167585
I bought the sensor but the watch doesn't recognize it. Better to contact Timex before you buy new strap. Just check The reference before. Not all watches match with sensors
1447346
Garmin will tell you need the Garmin Premium Heart Rate Monitor (Soft Strap, ANT+ compatible). I am using the Garmin Heart-Rate Monitor (Regular Strap) I had from my deceased Forerunner 205 and it works fine. Some people complain the old monitor can hurt the side of the chest over the ribcage, so you might choose the new one. It seems to be a lot lighter too. The old one tends to slip when it is not tightly adjusted. Hope this helps.
523026
You place your forefinger on the side of the watch and wait till it beeps. It has never worked that well for me though
762290
I honestly have no idea if you can replace one with a different one. And all I can tell you about the coded and the non-coded is that my non-coded goes with my Polar Heart Monitor watch and my coded one goes with my bike computer. Sorry I cannot be of more help.