Bell Platinum series User manual

Bell Wireless speedometer
with calorie counter™

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OVERVIEW
1 Computer & Bracket
2 Computer Sensor
3 Magnet
NOTE: Follow
instructions
carefully. Proper
installation and
adjustment may
take up to 30
minutes.

Install Batteries
STEP 1
Computer Sensor
Use a small coin to remove the battery cover from
the computer. Place provided battery (3.0V/CR2032)
in unit with positive side facing up and replace
battery cover. NOTE: Sensor comes with same
type of battery pre-installed. Directions provided for battery replacement.
For optimal performance,
we recommend changing
the sensor battery when-
ever you change the
speedometer battery.
3.0V/CR2032 3.0V/CR2032

Install Computer
Bracket
STEP 2
Remove the adhesive
tape shield and position
the bracket on the
handle bar. Secure the
bracket using two of
the zip ties provided.
Insert the computer
into the bracket
Make sure bracket tab
is facing toward bike as
shown in illustration.

Install Computer
Sensor
STEP 3
Position the computer sensor on the right front fork so that:
A) The battery compartment faces away from the bike.
B) The sensor is as close to the spokes as possible.
You can adjust the positioning up or down the
fork as necessary.
Secure the sensor using 1 zip tie. Do not tighten
completely as further adjustments to the sensor
position will be necessary.
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Install Magnet
STEP 4 Secure the magnet to a spoke on the right side of
the front wheel. Clamp will work with both (A) thick
and (B) thin spokes. Screw to tighten. Make sure
magnet faces toward the outside of the wheel.

Fine Tune
Magnet/Sensor
Positioning
STEP 5
2mm
MAX
Adjust the sensor & magnet location so that:
A) The magnet passes by the edge of the sensor
marked with the arrow when the wheel rotates
B) There is no more than 1⁄8"(3mm) clearance
between the sensor and the magnet
Now lift & spin the front tire. The computer display
will change with the spinning tire, if the sensor
and magnet are installed correctly. If the computer
display remains constant, further adjustment of the
sensor and magnet location is necessary.
(3mm)
1⁄8"
MAX

STEP 1: Set the Wheel Value– First, using the table provided, determine the correct, 4-digit, wheel value
based on the size of your tire. The wheel value is the distance in millimeters per one revolution of the wheel.
Next, press and hold the left or right MODE button and the SET button for two seconds. The preset value “2124”
should appear with the digit “4” ashing. Press the right or left MODE button to modify the digit to the correct
setting (hold either MODE button down for fast advance). Once correct digit is shown, press the SET button to
move to the next digit. Repeat until all four digits are set to the correct wheel value for your bike.
NOTE: You can return to the wheel size input mode by pressing and holding both the MODE and SET buttons
for 3 seconds. Removing the battery will erase the wheel value.
STEP 2: Set KM or Mile Selection– After
setting the wheel value, the KM/M selection will
appear. Press the left or right MODE button to
choose kilometer or mile selection. Press the SET
button to conrm.
STEP 3: Input Age and Weight– After setting
the KM/M selection two numbers will appear. Enter
your age as the large number above the horizontal
line. Press the left or right MODE button to modify
the “ones” digit to the correct setting. Press the
SET button to conrm. Repeat for the “tens” digit.
Enter your weight as the smaller number below the horizontal line following the same steps.
By entering your actual age and weight, you will get a more accurate calculation of calories and fat burned
NOTE: The computer will default to kilograms (72.6kg) or pounds (160lb) based on your selection of kilometers
or miles respectively.
Road Bike
20" 1596
22" 1759
24" 1916
26" 2073
27"/700c 2124
Mountain Bike
24" 1888
26" 2045
27" 2155
28" 2237
Programming the ComPuter

Programming the ComPuter
STEP 4: Set Distance for Maintenance Reminder– After setting age and weight, the preset number of
600 km (or miles) will ash. This is the default distance in KM or Miles for the Maintenance Reminder function.
Press the left or right MODE button to select 200, 400, 600 or 800 km (or mile) maintenance interval, then press
the SET button to conrm. When your odometer (ODO) reaches the selected distance interval, the wrench icon
( ) will ash, reminding you to service your bicycle (check tires and other parts for wear, lubricate chain,
etc…). Press the SET button to stop the wrench icon ( ) from ashing.
STEP 5: Set the Clock– Press and hold the SET button for two seconds. You will see a 12 or 24-hour digital
clock with a ashing colon at the bottom of computer display. To switch between the 12 and 24 hour format
press the left or right MODE button. Press the SET button to conrm. Next, the hour digits will start to ash. Use
the right or left MODE buttons to select the hour and press the SET button to conrm. Repeat for minutes digits.
Press the left or right MODE button to enter Odometer (ODO) mode.
STEP 6: Test to Ensure Proper Installation– Now that the computer is programmed, insert it into the
bracket. Spin the front wheel.The speed tendency icon in the upper left corner of the screen should be turning
as the computer starts recording data (Refer to Troubleshooting in case of problems).

additional FunCtion modes
ODOMETER (ODO)– Total distance traveled is indicated by “ODO” and displayed
on the bottom line.To reset ODO, press the SET button for 2 seconds or remove and
replace the battery. Adjust each ashing digit by pressing either the left or right MODE
button and then press SET to conrm. Now press either MODE button to advance to
the DST mode.
TRIP METER (DST)– Trip distance is indicated by DST and is displayed on the
bottom line. The Trip Meter is activated automatically with speedometer input (comes
on automatically when you begin riding, turns off when you stop). To reset DST to zero,
press and hold the SET button for 2 seconds. Note that TM (Trip Time) & AVS (Average
Speed) will also be reset at that time. Now press either MODE button to advance to
the MXS mode.
MAXIMUM SPEED (MXS)– Maximum speed is indicated by MXS and is displayed
on the bottom line. Maximum speed is stored in memory and updates only when a
higher speed is reached. To reset MXS, press and hold the SET button for 2 seconds.
Now press either MODE button to advance to the Average Speed (AVS) mode.

additional FunCtion modes
AVERAGE SPEED (AVS)– Average speed is indicated by AVS and is displayed on
the bottom line. AVS works in conjunction with the Trip Timer (TM) to calculate the
average speed for a specic trip. Now press either MODE button to advance to the
(TM) mode.
TRIP TIMER (TM)– Trip Timer is indicated by TM and is displayed on the bottom
line. The Trip Timer is activated automatically with computer input (comes on
automatically when you begin riding, turns off when you stop). It records only the time
actually spent riding. To reset TM to zero, return to DST (Trip Meter) mode and reset to
zero per the instructions above. Return to TM mode and press either MODE button to
advance to the Temperature mode.
TEMPERATURE (TEMP)– Your computer has a thermometer to measure outdoor
temperature. To select between Celsius (C) and Fahrenheit (F) readout, press and hold
the SET button for 2 seconds. Press either MODE button to select between C and F
and press the SET button to conrm. Now press either MODE button to advance to
the (CAL) mode.

additional FunCtion modes
CALORIES BURNED (CAL)– This function estimates the number of calories burned
while riding, based on the age and weight inputed by the user. To reset CAL, press
and hold the SET button for 2 seconds. Now press either MODE button to advance to
the (FAT) mode.
FAT BURNED (FAT)– This function estimates the number of fat grams burned while
riding, based on the age and weight inputed by the user. To reset FAT, press and
hold the SET button for 2 seconds. Now press either MODE button to advance to the
(SCAN) mode.
SCAN– The Scan mode conveniently rotates DST, MXS,AVS, and TM readings on
the computer screen without the need to press any buttons. Now press either MODE
button to advance to the Clock mode.

additional FunCtion modes
FREEZE FRAME MEMORY– At the end of a ride segment you can press the SET
button to set Freeze Frame Memory. This function locks the computer saving TM,
DST and AVS which will ash. Info can be read at a later time by pressing either
MODE button. To release the memory, press the SET button until the display digit is
static again. This is particularly useful when crossing the nish line of a time trial,
since the TM cannot be stopped manually.
ODOMETER SAVE FUNCTION– The SAVE function allows you to keep the impor-
tant data of total distance (ODO) even after battery replacement by pressing either
MODE button. To set ODO, after battery replacement and wheel size setting, press
right MODE button to ODO mode and then hold the SET button for 2 seconds until
the last digit ashes. To adjust number, press the MODE button and then press the
SET button to conrm and select digit to be input. Repeat this sequence to reach the
desired odometer value. Press the SET button again to return to normal ODO mode.
AUTO STOP/START– To preserve batteries, the cycle computer will automatically
switch off if the unit is left unused for over 5 to 6 minutes. Display will reappear with
a press on either button.

additional FunCtion modes
SPEEDOMETER– Instantaneous Speed is indicated on the top line. The range of
measurement is from 0 to 99 KM/hr (0 to 99 M/hr) and accuracy is ±0.5 KM/hr (M/hr).
SPEEDOMETER COMPARATOR– A "+" or "-" sign appears to the right of the
speed. "+" indicates you are travelling faster than your average speed (AVS). A "-"
indicates you are riding slower than your average speed.
SPEED TENDENCY– A cyclist symbol appears to the left of the speed.The wheel turns
forward to indicate acceleration. The wheel turns backward to indicate deceleration.
EL BACKLIGHT– The EL backlight illuminates the computer screen for easier viewing in dark or low light
settings. It can be turned on in two ways:
1) Hold the left or right MODE button for 2 seconds.
2) The EL backlight will illuminate for 8 seconds and the computer will go into Scan mode. After 8 seconds, the
backlight will turn off and the computer will return to the previously set mode.

troubleshooting
PROBLEM
No speedometer
display and/or no
data reading
Slow display
response
Display shows
irregular features
Black display
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Possible interference from electrical sources
Improper magnet/sensor alignment
Poor battery contact or low/dead battery
Temperature outside of operational
limits (0-60°C or 32-140°F)
Poor battery contact or low/dead battery
Temperature too hot or display exposed
to sunlight too long
Computer damaged or dropped
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Move computer to different area
Ensure speedometer sensor and magnet are
properly installed and aligned (p.3)
Replace Battery
Only use computer when temperature is
within operational limits
Replace battery
Only use computer when temperature is within
operational limits. Remove from sunlight
Computer is broken
No trip distance
reading
Improper sensor/magnet alignment Ensure proper alignment

FCC Warning
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
· Increase the separation between the equipment & receiver.
· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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1 Ordinateur et son support
2 Capteur
3 Aimant
REMARQUE : Suivre les instructions
attentivement. Pour faire l’installation
et l’ajustement correctement on peut
avoir besoin de jusqu’à 30 minutes.
VUE D’ENSEMBLE

3.0V/CR2032 3.0V/CR2032
Installation
des piles
ÉTAPE 1
Ordinateur Capteur
En utilisant une petite pièce de monnaie, enlever le couver-
cle du compartiment des piles. Placer la pile fournie (3.0V/
CR2032) dans l’appareil en orientant le contact positif vers
le haut, puis replacer le couvercle. REMARQUE : le capteur
est fourni avec le même type de pile mais pré-installée. Les
instructions fournies sont pour le remplacement de la pile.
Pour obtenir des perfor-
mances optimales, nous
recommandons de changer
la pile du capteur à chaque
remplacement de pile du
compteur kilométrique.

Installation
du support de
l’ordinateur
ÉTAPE 2
Enlever la protection de
la bande adhésive et
positionner le support sur le
guidon. Assurer le support
en utilisant deux des atta-
ches zip fournies. Insérer
l’ordinateur sur le support.
S’assurer que l’ergot du
support pointe vers la
bicyclette, comme le
montre l’illustration.

Placer le capteur sur la branche de droite de la
fourche en s’assurant que :
A) Le compartiment de la pile fait face à l’extérieur.
B) Le capteur est aussi proche que possible des
rayons.
On peut ajuster le placement en remontant/des-
cendant le long de la branche de fourche, selon le
besoin. Fixer le capteur avec une attache zip. Ne
pas serrer à fond, car il y aura peut-être besoin de
réglages supplémentaires.
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ÉTAPE 3
Installation
du capteur de
l’ordinateur