Expresso Fitness S2R User manual

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User Guide
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Table of Contents
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Getting to know your S2r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Adjusting your S2r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
User console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating the S2r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Sign in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Select a route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Select a Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Select new Chases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Ride the Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Heads-up Display (HUD) features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Ride the Chase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Watching TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Manual mode (no TV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Customer Service contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before using this product, it is essential to read this entire User guide and all instructions.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment by other than authorized
personnel will void the product warranty.
While every attempt was made to verify the information in this document at the time of
writing, the information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and
is subjectto change without notice.
Copyright © 2008 by Expresso Fitness® Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of the contents
of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without
written consent of the publisher.
Expresso Fitness, the Expresso Fitness logo, Expresso Chases, Power Assist and S2r are either
trademarks or registered trademarks of Expresso Fitness Corporation.
All other designated trademarks, registered trademarks, copyrights and brands are the property
of their respective owners.

Safety instructions
DANGER:
Never open the S2r computer pedestal. This
may expose you to risk of shock, fires or injury.
To reduce risk of burns or shocks only use
grounded (three prong) power cords.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always
unplug the S2r before attempting any main-
tenance activity.
CAUTION:
Keep the power cord away from heated
surfaces. Do not pull the equipment by the
power cord or use the cord as a handle.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized
service agent or a similarly qualified person
to avoid a hazard.
Never operate an S2r with the air vents
blocked. Keep air openings free of lint, hair
or any obstructing materials.
Do not use this product in areas where
aerosol spray products are being used or
where oxygen is administered. Such
substances create the danger of combustion
and explosion.
Do not install the S2r outdoors, near
swimming pools or in areas of high humidity.
Any changes or modifications to this
equipment by other than authorized
personnel could void the product warranty.
USAGE:
Before using the S2r, Expresso Fitness
strongly recommends seeing a medical
specialist, particularly if you are suffering
from any of the following: heart disease
(angina pectoris, myocardial infarction),
hypertension, diabetes, respiratory disease
(asthma, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary
emphysema, etc.), articular metamorphosis,
rheumatism, gout, or other diseases and
physical complaints. Pregnant women
should also consult their doctor before
beginning a training program.
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If you are not used to regular physical activity, it
may be dangerous to suddenly engage in strenuous
activity. Increase your exercise level gradually.
If you feel sick or sense that something is wrong
with your body during exercise, stop immediately.
Health-related injuries may result from incorrect
or excessive use of exercise equipment. Expresso also
recommends consulting a fitness professional on
the correct use of this product.
Use the S2r only as described in this guide.
•Children or developmentally-challenged individuals
must be monitored while using S2r.
•Never place containers filled with liquids directly
on the unit, except in the water bottle holders.
Containers should be covered with lids.
•Carefully mount the S2r when starting to
exercise and dismount carefully when you’re
finished, especially if you are tired.
•Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles.
Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats
or spikes. Do not use the S2r with bare feet.
•Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces and towels
away from moving parts.
•Do not reach into, or underneath the S2r; and do
not tip the S2r on its side during operation.
•Keep the area around the S2r clear of any
obstructions, including walls and furniture.
Provide at least three feet of clearance behind
the unit.
•Use caution when stepping on or off of
the S2r bike.
•Never face backward while using the S2r bike.
Safety Approvals:
TUV Rheinland of North America
EMC Compliance:
This equipment has been certified to comply
with the limits for a Class A computing device,
pursuant to Subpart B, Part 15 of FCC Rules
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Getting to know your S2r
Below see a diagram of the S2r with the major features called out.
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19” wide-screen LCD
Heart rate
sensors
User console
Horizontal seat
adjustment
Water bottle
holder
Shifting buttons for
changing virtual gear
or resistance
Standard
headphone jack
Standard
headphone
jack

Adjusting your S2r
Seat
To adjust the fore/aft position of the seat,
pull up on the fore/aft adjustment lever (3a)
and with your body weight slide forward or
backward on the seat to the correct position
(3b). Release the adjustment lever and ensure
that it locks the seat into place. The seat slider
is numbered for easy re-adjustment later.
Pedals
S2rs ship with dual function pedals. The dual
function pedals offer a strap on one side
that can be adjusted by pulling on the strap
to tighten, and pushing in on the locking
mechanism to loosen. The other side of the
pedal is designed for use with Shimano SPD
compatible shoes. Follow directions provided
with the shoes/cleats.
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3b. Slide seat
3a. Pull lever up
Toe hold and strap
“SPD” clip

Quick start screen
Join Expresso screen
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Welcome screen
User console
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Expresso member screen
User console
The User console puts the S2r into action,
and lets you navigate through routes,
adjust your resistance, and select audio
visual options.
Operating the S2r
Power on
To turn on the bike, press the main power
switch to the “|” position.
Note: If the screen display freezes, press the
red reset button for 10 seconds to reboot the
computer. Expresso Fitness’ limited warranty
on mechanical and electrical parts is voided if
the product is ever plugged into a power
source that is not surge protected.
Sign in
To get started, begin pedaling or press ENTER
key on the User console. The welcome screens
will guide you through the sign in process.
There are three selections on the Welcome
screen; Expresso Members, Join Expresso and
Quick Start. If you already have an account
then select Expresso Member and enter your
numeric User ID and password. If you would
like to create a new account then select Join
Expresso and follow the prompts on the
screen to create your free numeric User ID
and password (we suggest a familiar phone
number or date). The final option is to select
Quick Start to skip the sign in step (note, no
fitness data is logged with this option).
Main power
switch
Reset
button

Select a route
The S2r offers Tours and Expresso Chases™
through virtual worlds. Tours vary in length
and intensity and require the rider to follow
a fixed path. Expresso Chases are open world
adventures based on time.
Select a Tour
The S2r offers more than 30 Tours of varying
terrains, lengths and difficulty levels. Your
first task is to select a Tour to ride.
The default selection is our standard Tour.
You can also choose to press the MENU button
after entering the Tour to access Expresso’s
Power Assist™mode. Power Assist gives you a
power and speed enhancement – providing
you the thrill and excitement of experiencing
Tours at a much quicker pace.
The Tours are divided into four categories,
much like those at an alpine skiing resort.
These categories are shown on the right.
Use the left/right arrow keys on the User
console to select a difficulty level and use the
up/down keys to scroll through the available
Tours for that difficulty level.
A Tour brochure (see image below) describes
the Tour and provide details such as length,
difficulty, and estimated time (based on typical
riders of that category). Selecta Tour and press
the ENTER key to begin riding.
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Tour selection screen
Select Tour
Select
difficulty
level
Arrow keys
Basic:
Mostly level, 1 to 5 miles
Moderate:
Some climbing, 5 to 7 miles
Challenging:
Plentiful climbing, 7 to 11 miles
Extreme:
Intense hills, 11 to 20 miles
Chases:
Off-road time based

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Select new Chases
Expresso Chases are a new category of ride.
They offer a new level of fun and excitement
for the user by allowing them to go off road,
and score points by chasing down coins and
dragons. Develop scoring strategies and
learn the layout to improve your score.
Use the left/right arrow keys on the User
console (see left image) to scroll to the
Expresso Chases brochure. The screen will
provide information on the Chases. Select
ENTER to begin a 10 minute session, or select
MENU to choose a 5 to 30 minutes session.
Ride the Tour
Once you enter the Tour, you’ll find the
experience is much like riding outdoors.
Pedaling, steering and shifting are all part
of the experience.
Pedaling: Start pedaling (for best results,
pedal at least 50 revolutions per minute
[RPM]). The faster you pedal, the faster you
will move through the virtual world.
Note that pedal resistance (difficulty) is a
function of your gear and the slope. If you
start going uphill, you’ll feel the resistance
increase.
Steering: Move the handlebars. Pick the
grip that provides the best comfort as you
steer. The default steering configuration will
turn your rider as indicated in the diagram
to the left.
Shifting: Choose from 30 gears of speed and
varying levels of difficulty. If the difficulty is
too high, shift down. If you feel you can go
faster, shift up.
To shift on the S2r, press the shifting buttons
on the handlebars. The right shifting button
increases gear/resistance, while the left
shifting button decreases gear/resistance. To
shift more quickly, press both right or left
buttons at the same time.
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Left
Left
Right
Right
Steering
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Shifting

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Heads-Up Display (HUD) features
Heart rate: The S2r supports Polar-compatible
chest straps. Alternatively, riders can place
their hands on the heart rate sensors on the
handlebars (See diagram on Page 4).
Pacer: The Pacer is a configurable cyclist that
rides the route with you. You’ll see him in a
yellow jersey. Most riders use the Pacer to
motivate themselves by staying just ahead
or behind him.
Your Pacer keeps a set power and goes slower
uphill than downhill (just like you). To change
the Pacer’s power setting anytime, just use
the left/right arrow keys.
Multiplayer: Anytime two riders enter the
same route on two LAN-connected S2rs, they
will see each other on the screen and the route
map. These riders can choose to ride with
each other or race against each other. Up to 8
riders can ride together on S2rs connected
to the same router.
Ghost: The Ghost is an image of your best
previous performance in a Tour. You will see
the Ghost as a transparent rider. Use your
Ghost to motivate you to compete against
your best time.
Ghosts are available to Expresso members
only. Silver members have a Ghost for
every previously completed Tour. Bronze
members have a single Ghost for the last
Tour completed.
New exciting features are always being
developed, so please visit http://expresso.net
to learn about the latest changes to your
Expresso Bike or to get more information
about membership.
Ghost
Increase or decrease the Pacer’s power
setting during the Tour
Arrow keys
Heads-Up Display (HUD) for Ghost ride
Pacer setting
and location
Gear setting
(from 1-30)
Slope
(% grade)
Tour elevation
map
Location bar with
time in tour
Total calories
Speed
(MPH)
Pedaling
cadence
(RPM)
Course map (from above).
You are the red dot.
Pacer
Heads-Up Display (HUD) for Expresso Tours

Ride the Chase
See ‘Ride the Tour’ for specific information on
steering and shifting. You can ride anywhere
you choose in Chases; just stay out of the
water!
Watching TV
Press the TV On/Off key. If TV is installed,
then you can use the channel +/- keys to
scroll through channels or use the numeric
keypad to enter a specific channel.
In TV mode, there is no steering. The shifter
is used to change resistance.
Manual mode (no TV)
Press the Manual key. You can use the
channel +/- keys to scroll through music
stations.
In Manual mode, there is no steering. The
shifter is used to change resistance.
Power off
To turn off the bike, press the main power
switch to the “O” position.
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Sets Manual mode. For a non-interactive workout without steering.
Shifting adjusts resistance levels. Often used for warm-ups.
Sets Touring mode. For an interactive experience, riding in a
virtual world. This button will take you to the Tour selection screen.
Sets TV mode. Similar to manual mode but turns on television.
TV mode: Toggle through
available TV stations.
Manual or Touring mode:
Toggles through available
Digital music selections.
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Gear setting
(from 1-30)
Total calories
Dragon queue
Miles
Average and current
heart rate
Time
remaining
Map of coins
and dragons
Heads-Up Display (HUD) for Expresso Chases
Main power
switch

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Customer Service contact information
Customer Service Phone number: 1-888-528-8589 x9
International: 01-408-636-2200
E-mail: [email protected]
Customer Service Hours:
6:00 AM - 5:00 PM (PST) Monday thru Friday
When contacting us, please provide your facility name, contact person name, day/evening
telephone numbers and product model/serial number (found underneath the User console
on the right hand side).
Expresso Fitness Corporation
435 Lakeside Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94085 USA

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435 Lakeside Drive
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