System Requirements
Please check the system requirements from Firstbeat Help Center:
Technical Specifications for Firstbeat Sports Devices
Firstbeat Sports Sensor
The Firstbeat Sports Sensor is a lightweight, water and shock proof sensor which connects to a textile belt worn by athletes. It is used to collect player data on training load and recovery in real time and for post analysis and is compatible with the Firstbeat Sports: Coach and Firstbeat Sports: Athlete app*.
Core benefits of Firstbeat Sports Sensor:
- Embedded processor means continuous load calculation regardless of range
- Removes need for receiver or sideline laptop during practice
- Collect data from player groups in different locations (e.g. gym rehab and main group training)
- Global compatibility
- Connects with Firstbeat Sports app for effortless and automized data uploading
*Coach access to Firstbeat Sports app available on iOS devices. Athlete access available on iOS and Android devices.
Technical specifications:
| Range | Up to 200 m |
| Max. users | 40+ |
| Transmission protocol | Bluetooth Smart (4.2) |
| Heart rate data | Beat-to-beat (RR-i) |
| Battery duration | 160 hours (CR2025, self-replaceable) |
| Material | Plastic (Sensor), textile strap |
| Supported devices | BLE compatible devices, Firstbeat Sports: Coach app, Firstbeat Sports: Athlete app |
| Recommended use | Indoor and outdoor |
Read the Firstbeat Sports Sensor data sheet for more details.
Team Receiver 100, Receiver 10 and heart rate belt
Firstbeat has two separate product types for Team Receiver 100, Receiver 10 and heart rate belt: EU (868MHz) and US (915MHz). The following radio frequency allocations should be taken into account when using the system while travelling:
- EU version (868 MHz): Europe, Africa, Middle East, Russia and India
- US version (915 MHz): North America, South America, Australia and Asia
Firstbeat Team Receiver
Main advantages:
- Reliable beat-to-beat data collection covering the whole 400m lane in stadium
- One receiver can collect data from up to 100 players at the same time
- Battery lifetime for the belts are up to 700 hours with one self-replaceable CR2032 battery
- Water-proof casing enables both indoor and outdoor use
| Range | 200 m |
| Max. users | 100 |
| Transmission protocol | BlueRobin |
| Heart rate data | Beat-to-beat (RR-i) |
| Size | 175x55x80 mm |
| Weight | 175g |
| Recommended use | Indoor and outdoor |
Firstbeat Receiver 10
| Range | 25 m |
| Max. users | 10 |
| Transmission protocol | BlueRobin |
| Heart rate data | Beat-to-beat (RR-i) |
| Recommended | Small group training, rehab sessions, fitness testing |
Firstbeat heart rate belt (plastic)
| Transmission protocol | BlueRobin 915/868MHz |
| Heart rate data | Beat-to-beat (RR-i) |
| Supported devices | Firstbeat Team receivers |
| Battery duration | 600 hours (CR2032, replaceable) |
| Material | rubber/plastic |
Bodyguard 3
High Performance HRV Recorder for Professional Use
- Accurate and reliable method for measuring heart rate variability
- Easy to use: Attaches with two electrodes and starts recording automatically
- Suitable for demanding conditions: Unobtrusive and ergonomic design
Firstbeat Bodyguard 3 is a reliable R-R interval and movement data recording device for short and long-term measurements. Bodyguard 3 is designed for round-the-clock recordings and can be used during exercise, leisure time, and sleep. The device is unobtrusive and easy to use as it attaches directly to the skin with two chest electrodes and starts recording data automatically. Configuration and data transfer via USB interface. Comes with a separate charging cable.
Technical specifications:
- IP class during measurement: IP54
- Dimension
- Weight: 26 grams
- Size: 54mm x 38mm x 7,7mm
- RR-interval Measurement: BG3 measures beat-by-beat intervals as time between consecutive R-peaks in ECG.
- Measurement resolution: 1ms
- 1-Channel ECG
- 256 Hz
- 18-bit per sample
- Motion noise suppression with HP 4.4Hz
→ optimal for wearable rhythm monitoring
Open Quick Start Guide here.
