Lode Corival V3 User manual

Operator Manual
Corival V3
English
Lode BV
Groningen, The Netherlands
0344

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This is the short operator manual for the Lode Corival Ergometer, which describes the
basic actions for starting up your ergometer. For a complete description, we refer to our
User Guide.
Intended Use
A Lode ergometer is a diagnostic tool intended to be used as a stress test device in a medical
environment. The main goal of the use of a Lode ergometer is to create reproducible stress
tests. The following parameters can be measured:
Workload (watt)
Revolutions per minute (rpm)
Time (minutes and seconds)
Distance (km)
Optional: Blood Pressure (mmHg)
Optional: Heart rate (beats per minute)
Optional: Energy (KiloJoules)
Optional: SpO
2
In combination with other diagnostic tools, like ECG or pulmonary function equipment, other
important physiological data can be obtained, allowing a physician to evaluate a test subjects
physical status.
A Lode ergometer is designed both for manual operation and for control by external ECG-,
pulmonary equipment. In combination with optional software, the ergometer can also be
controlled by a PC.
The ergometer has to be operated under the supervision of well-trained medical specialists,
like cardiologists, pulmonologists and physiotherapists. The ultimate judgment whether a test
subject should undertake a stress test with an ergometer and which protocols should be used
must be made by the responsible medical specialist, based on the limitations of each
individual, the medical history and all other applicable circumstances. Neither Lode BV nor
its distributors assume any responsibility for the final use of its equipment.
Contra Indication
The Corival ergometer is to be operated by classified personnel only. As stated in the intended
use, the Corival is intended to be used in a medical environment. During the intended use the
test subject will deliver energy. Application of the wrong dosis of energy could lead to
permanent damage of the test subject health.
Maintenance
The Corival should be calibrated once a year. In case any damage is observed of the Corival
Lode B.V. or his representative should be informed in order to execute the necessary
repair(s). Service of the Corival is restricted to factory-trained personnel only.
Precautions
Caution: This device should only be sold by, or on the order of authorized persons.

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Caution: Not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anaesthetics.
Note: The voltage selector (115/230VAC) is inside the ergometer. The main unit panel has to
be unscrewed. Voltage selection should be done by a technician!
Possible hazards
Using the Corival according to intended use, contra indications, maintenance, precaution and
common sense stated above may not eliminate all hazards. Possible residual hazards could be:
wrong installation, wrong use, wrong dose, wrong interpretation of readings, mechanical
breakdown of parts, software failure.
LIST OF SYMBOLS USED
On/Off switch
External Input
External Output
Type B Electrical Safety
Separate collection of electric and electronic equipment
Copyright Lode BV, February 2008, All rights reserved.
Manufacturer information:
Lode BV
Zernikepark 16
NL-9747 AN Groningen,
The Netherlands
t: [phone]
f: [phone]
@: [email protected]
www.lode.nl

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 DESCRIPTION OF THE CORIVAL ERGOMETER 6
1.1 M ANUAL CONTROL QUICK START 7
1.2 A NALOG EXTERNAL CONTROL 8
1.3 T ERMINAL – DIGITAL EXTERNAL CONTROL VIA RS232 8
2 MAIN MENU 9
3 SYSTEM PARAMETER 10
3.1 S ET DISPLAY 10
3.1.1 Power 10
3.1.2 RPM 10
3.1.3 Heartrate 10
3.1.4 Torque 10
3.1.5 Timer 10
3.1.6 Distance 10
3.2 S ET P- SLOPE 10
3.3 S ET MODE 11
3.3.1 Hyperbolic 11
3.3.2 HR controlled 11
3.3.3 Linear 11
3.3.4 Fixed Torque 11
3.3.5 Isokinetic (only available for Excalibur Sport 925900) 11
3.4 S ETTINGS 11
3.4.1 Default Startmenu 11
3.4.2 Keyboard On/Off 12
3.4.3 Test Functions 12
3.4.4 P In/Out Analog 12
3.4.5 TC Bytes 12
3.4.6 RS232 Protocol 12
3.4.7 Language 12
3.4.8 Device No 12
4 SPECIFICATIONS 13
4.1 T ECHNICAL S PECIFICATIONS 13
4.2 F USES 13
5 COMMUNICATION PORTS 14
5.1 RS232 14
5.2 L OOP CONNECTION 14
5.3 RS-232 SPECIFICATIONS 14
5.4 A NALOG IN / OUT 14
A Maintenance 15
A.1 Cleaning 15
A.2 Replacing fuses 15
B Programmable Display Unit 928810 16
B.1 Installing the Programmable Display Unit (option 928810) 16
B.2 Control panel Corival with Programmable Display Unit (option 928810) 16
B.3 Using the Programmable Display Unit 16
B.3.1 Menu structure programmable control unit 17
B.3.2 Manual menu 18
B.3.3 Analog menu 18
B.3.4 Terminal menu 19
B.3.5 System parameters menu 19
B.3.6 Operation from basic control panel 20
B.3.7 Protocol 21
C Heart rate option 928924 27
C.1 Connecting the Heart rate system (option 928924) 27

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C.2 Using the Heart rate option 27
C.3 Installing the BP cuff 27
D Blood pressure option 928817, -818, 820 28
D.1 Using the BP system 28
D.2 Patient Hook-up 29
D.2.1 Apply the cuff 29
D.2.2 Position of the cuff 29
D.3 Abort codes BP system 31
D.4 Cleaning and disinfection 31
D.5 Cleaning of the cuff: 32
D.6 Installing the BP cuff 33
E SpO
2
option 928840 34
E.1 Precautions for Use 34
E.2 Using the SpO
2
Option 34
F 0 Watt Start-up System 906805 36
F.1 Using the 0 Watt start-up system 36
F.2 0 Watt Start-up system with P-display 36
G RS232 Connections 38
G.1 Overview 38

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1Description of the Corival ergometer
The control panel consists of the following elements:
1. Led indicator for rpm.
2. Display A directed to test subject.
3. Down button.
4. Up button.
5. Confirmation button.
6. Ergometer type indication.
The back panel of the Corival contains the following elements:
1. Mains on/off switch
2. Mains connector
3. Fuse
4. Fuse
5. Dealer information label (if used)
6. RS232 in
7. RS232 out
8. Analog i/o
9. Protective Earth connector
Fig. 2 Back panel connections
Fig. 1 Control Panel standard Corival

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Adjustability
The ergometer is adjustable to test subjects of most sizes and ages.
• The height of the saddle can be adjusted by tilting the handle on the back underneath the
saddle
• The height of the handlebars can be adjusted by loosening the handle in front of the
ergometer.
Moving the ergometer
The ergometer can be moved by turning it over to the right (appr. 30º) when you are in front
of the handlebar. A wheel in the middle of the ergometer drops out. You can now drive the
ergometer to its location. Turn it over to the left (appr. 30º) and the wheel in the middle will
fold in. The ergometer is ready for use.
Instructions for installing the Corival ergometer
1. Place the ergometer in the location where it will be used.
2. Check (at your supplier) whether the voltage set for the ergometer is set correct.
3. Connect the power cord first to the socket of the ergometer and then connect it to the
line voltage.
4. Switch the power switch on. The indicator lamp in the switch lights up.
If the initialisation screen with the software version will appear for a few seconds, the
ergometer is ready for use.
1.1 Manual control quick start
If the Corival is switched on, the default startup menu is the entrance to the MAIN MENU.
Press the confirmation button ( ) to enter the main menu. Select with the arrow keys ▼▲ the
MANUAL MODE. Press ( ) and you will see the following screen:
With the ▼▲ keys the workload can be in- or decreased. The workload will rise with 25
watt/sec when the rpm is above 30. Keeping the ( ) pressed for a few seconds allows you to go
up one or more menu levels.
During cycling, the display shows the following information:
• the top line shows 1 or more ergometry parameters.
• the bottom right corner shows the current control mode.
• at the bottom left position the selected adjustable parameter is shown.
P= 0W 0 rpm
MANUAL

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1.2 Analog external control
Execute the following steps to control the Corival externally using the analog in-/output:
1. Connect the external controling device (e.g. ECG system) with a correct cable to the
analog i/o port.
2. Start the ergometer and go in the main menu to ANALOG.
3. Now the ergometer can be controlled by an external device with an analog signal.
1.3 Terminal – digital external control via RS232
For digital external control using the RS232 serial port execute the following steps for the
basic Corival:
1. Connect the Corival to the external control device (i.e. ECG system, PC) using a
correct RS232 cable
2. Switch on the ergometer and select the menu TERMINAL on the display.
3. Be sure that the correct protocol has been selected under the menu SYSTEM
PARAMETERS / SETTINGS / RS232 PROTOCOL
For a list of available protocols and ECG system, we refer to the user guide or your local
dealer. If you usually control your ergometer from an ECG system in the TERMINAL
MODE, you can set this mode as default startup menu. The Corival is now ready for digital
external control. Another option to control the ergometer from a pc is with the Lode
Ergometry Manager (LEM, article 92890X) software. This uses the Lode 38k4 protocol.

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2Main menu
When the ergometer is started after pressing the confirmation button ( ) you enter the MAIN
MENU. The following submenus are selectable from the main menu:
! TERMINAL
! MANUAL
! ANALOG
! SYSTEM PARAMETER
Use the arrow keys ▼▲ to scroll through the menus. Press the ( ) button to select a menu.
Keeping the ( ) pressed for a few seconds allows you to go up one or more menu levels,
wherever you are in the menu. The complete menu structure is shown below. In front of each
menu the level depth is indicated.
0. MAIN MENU
1. ANALOG
1. MANUAL
1. TERMINAL
1. SYSTEM PARAMETER
2. SET DISPLAY
3. POWER
3. RPM
3. HEARTRATE
3. TORQUE
3. TIMER
3. DISTANCE
2. SET P-SLOPE
2. SET MODE
3. HYPERBOLIC
3. HR CONTROLLED
3. LINEAR
3. FIXED TORQUE
3. ISOKINETIC (only available for Excalibur Sport 925900)
2. SETTINGS
3. DEFAULT STARTMENU
3. KEYBOARD ON/OFF
3. TEST FUNCTIONS
3. P IN/OUT ANALOG
3. ECG TRIGGER
3. TC_BYTES
3. RS232 PROTOCOL
3. LANGUAGE
3. DEVICE NO
3. SEATING POSITION (only available for Excalibur Sport 925900)

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3System parameter
In the System Parameters different specific ergometer settings can be carried out.
3.1 Set display
This function allows you to adjust the parameters which can be read out on the display during
exercising. If more then 2 are set to ON they are shown in groups of 2 scrolling. Choosing
default allows you to go to factory settings for the display parameters.
Press the ( ) button to go to the next parameter and switching the actual parameter ON/OFF is
done with ▼▲ keys.
3.1.1 Power
Power indication in watts can be switched ON or OFF using the ▼▲ keys. The power
displayed is the actual power of the brake. This means that regulation speed is incorporated.
When rpm drops below 25 rpm the load is removed at once, because the pedal torque
becomes very high. Load is put on the brake when rpm is greater or equal to 30 rpm.
3.1.2 RPM
Switch ON or OFF the Cadence readout in Revolutions per minute. The rpm can always be
read out by the LED bar graph on top of the display independent of this adjustment.
3.1.3 Heartrate
Switch ON or OFF the Heart rate indication in beats per minute. The ♥ symbol is used in the
display.
3.1.4 Torque
Switch ON or OFF the Torque in the readout. The Torque is displayed in Newton meter.
3.1.5 Timer
Switches the Timer ON or OFF in the readout. The timer is shown in the display as: Θ=
mm:ss . The timer starts when you enter manual, terminal or analog mode and the rpm
increases above 30. The timer is reset when one of these modes is left.
3.1.6 Distance
Switches the distance ON or OFF. The distance is shown in the display as: →= 99,9 km,
expressing the distance in km. A fictive formula is used (see main manual), holding only for
average cycle conditions and it should not be used for diagnostic purposes.
3.2 Set P-slope
The load regulation steepness is set by this parameter to the default norm-value of 25 watt/sec
or to maximal. During the Wingate sprint test the P-slope has to be unlimited.

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3.3 Set mode
Set mode is used to define which parameter (like load, torque, heart rate and linear constant
alpha) has to be adjusted during exercising in MANUAL mode with ▼▲ keys
3.3.1 Hyperbolic
Hyperbolic mode means that the load P can be adjusted in watt. The load is kept constant
independent of rpm.
3.3.2 HR controlled
Heart rate can be adjusted and the load is regulated until the adjusted heart rate is reached.
This means when heart rate increases above the adjusted level load is decreased and the other
way around.
3.3.3 Linear
In linear mode the load P is coupled with rpm using the following formula:
P [W] = α * (n [min
-1
] )
2
The linear coupling constant α is the adjustable parameter in this case.
3.3.4 Fixed Torque
In Fixed Torque mode the load is regulated such that the torque is kept at a set fixed value,
according to the formula:
T [Nm] = (P*60) / ( 2 * π * n [min
-1
])
Note: be aware of the fact that this fixed torque mode is not the same as the constant Torque
mode which is used with the Wingate software module (see for more information the Wingate
manual).
3.3.5 Isokinetic (only available for Excalibur Sport 925900)
In the Isokinetic mode the rpm is kept constant during the exercise, according to the formula:
P [W] = ( 2 * π* n [min
-1
]*T [Nm]) / 60
During the exercise you can not pedal faster then the chosen rpm. You can deliver more Force
with the same speed and produce more workload in this way.
Note: The rpm is the adjustable parameter in this case, this mode can be used to define the
optimal rpm.
3.4 Settings
Under settings all device specific and interface adjustments can be made. It concerns to all
those items not related directly to ergometry.
3.4.1 Default Startmenu
Normally your ergometer starts in the main menu. But you can modify this menu to your own
desired settings. This is convenient when your ergometer is used often in the same setting,
The following menus can be selected as startmenu: MAIN MENU; MANUAL; TERMINAL;
ANALOG At the next startup of your ergometer the selected menu will be activated.

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3.4.2 Keyboard On/Off
If you do not want to interrupt a training or you do not want the test subject to interrupt the
training by pressing a key accidentally, the possibility is offered to disable the keyboard
Now you wonder how to get back the control to the keyboard. Act as follows:
Switch off the ergometer
Switch it on again while keeping the ( ) button pressed. Now you have back the control. Go to
SYSTEM PARAMETERS / KEYBOARD ON/OFF and set it to ON.
At the next startup of the ergometer the keyboard is enabled again.
3.4.3 Test Functions
For servicing and calibration of the device a number of diagnostic tools is available in the
software. They are hidden under Test functions. You need a safety code to enter the
TESTFUNCTIONS.
3.4.4 P In/Out Analog
The ergometer can be controlled by an external device which has an analog output only. This
is done using the ANALOG mode. With P In/out Analog the analog scaling can be adjusted:
- 1 V analog in - can correspond with a workload of 100 W / 200 W / 500 W.
3.4.5 TC Bytes
The Test code (TC) Bytes offer in case of malfunction or poor performance of the BP option
the possibility to make error codes visible. Your local distributor can help you diagnose the
problem with the Error Code.
3.4.6 RS232 Protocol
When the ergometer is externally controlled via RS232 a protocol should be selected here.
3.4.7 Language
You can choose different languages for the ergometer.
3.4.8 Device No
When RS232 communication is used with the ergometer, it is identified with a so called
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4Specifications
4.1 Technical Specifications
Principle : eddy current brake small disk.
Mains voltage : 115-230 VAC (adjustable)
Frequency : 50 Hz, 60 Hz.
Patient capacity : 350 lb - 160 kg.
Power consumption : 120 VA.
Workload : 0-999 W HYP, 0-999 W LIN
Device control : manual, external analog, external digital
Accuracy : < 3 W for P <= 100 W, < 3% for 100 W<
P<500W, <5% for P>500 W.
Read-out workload : digital, 0-999 resolution 1 W.
Read-out pedalling speed : analog 0-180 rpm or digital 0-255.
Output workload : 100, 200 or 500 W  1 V (max. 999 W).
Output pedalling speed : 100 min
-1
 1 V.
Input voltage for external control : 100,200 or 500 W  1 V (max. 999 W).
Safety class Corival : I type B, IEC 601-1 chapter 18, 19 and 20.
Safety class Corival + BP option : IIa type B, IEC 601-1 chapter 18, 19 and 20.
Leakage current : < 0.4 mA.
Isolation resistance : > 4 M Ω .
Earthway resistance : < 0.2 Ω .
Zero load : < 8 W at 60 rpm.
Noise level : +/- 60dB at workload 200W/60rpm +/-80cm from
crank.
4.2 Fuses
115 V : 2 x 1,60 A slow.
230 V : 2 x 0,80 A slow.
Met opmaak:
opsommingstekens en
nummering

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5Communication ports
This chapter describes the communication ports in the main unit panel of the Corival:
! RS232 (two ports for RS232-in and loop connection RS232-out)
! Analog in/out
5.1 RS232
The Corival has two RS232 connectors for loop-connecting a number of Corival’s and for
communication with a personal computer or an ECG device. When the ergometer is
controlled externally always use the RS232-in port.
Via RS232 an ergometer can be monitored and settings can be entered with a computer. See
main manual for App E for protocols and cabling for your controlling device and the Pin
layout RS232 connector
5.2 Loop connection
It is possible to control several Corival ergometers with one external device using RS232.
Connect the RS232-in connector to the external device. Connect the RS232-out connector to
the RS232-in connector of the following Corival ergometer, and so on. The maximum number
of Corival ergometers that can be connected in this way is 8. Use the device number option in
SYSTEM PARAMETERS to give each Corival a unique number. In this way each Corival
can be controlled separately, using the LEM software.
5.3 RS-232 specifications
See main manual for detailed information
5.4 Analog in/out
This connector can be used to connect the Corival to other analog controlling instruments. See
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AMaintenance
The Lode Ergometer is mechanically and electronically designed for durability and accuracy.
This also accounts for the options and add-ons of the device. The frequency of calibration
depends on the intensity of usage. As a rule Lode Ergometers are calibrated on an annual
basis. Please refer to the Service Manual for specific details on check-up intervals for the
Lode Ergometer and its options and/or add-ons.
The dynamic calibration is performed using calibration equipment specially designed by the
manufacturer.
A.1 Cleaning
The housing of the Corival ergometer and all other external surfaces can be cleaned with a
cloth dampened with non-aggressive liquid.
A.2 Replacing fuses
You will not need a certified technician to replace fuses of the Corival.
Always disconnect the power cord first!
Unplug the mains cable. The fuses are part of the main unit (Fig. 3 Main unit panel
connections, item 8) and located at the bottom of the main unit. You have to lift the Corival
place it in the upright position (90°) to locate the fuses. Unscrew the fuse holders with a
screwdriver, replace the broken one and place them back again. Note: make sure that the fuses
that are in the Corival match the set voltage (115 V: 2 x 1,25 A slow; 230 V :2 x 0,63 A
slow).
Contact your local dealer for a maintenance contract or ask Lode:
LODE BV Tel. [phone]
Service department Fax. [phone]
Zernikepark 16 Email: [email protected]
9747 AN Groningen Internet: www.lode.nl
The Netherlands

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LODE
ERGOMETER
TBD
P= 0W 0 rpm
BProgrammable Display Unit 928810
B.1 Installing the Programmable Display Unit (option 928810)
When the option 928810 is ordered later on, it should replace the standard Control Unit.
Replacement should be carried out by service personnel only. For the description, we refer to
our user guide supplied with this ergometer.
B.2 Control panel Corival with Programmable Display Unit (option 928810)
1. Display B (4x20 characters) directed to
operator
2. Infrared window (only active for option
928820)
3. One-step-back button
4. Down button
5. Up button
6. Confirmation button
B.3 Using the Programmable Display Unit
Check if the ergometer is properly installed.
In the display of the basic control panel the following appears for a few seconds:
Followed after a few seconds by:
At the same time the programmable control panel shows for a few seconds:
Fig 1: Control Panel with Programmable Display Unit

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LODE
P-display
ver X.YZ
system parameter
TERMINAL
manual
Term
In case the Blood pressure option is available it is followed for approximately 1 second by the
text "BPM Initialized "thereby indicating correct operation of the BP device. The SpO
2
comes
together with the P-Display. When this option is available correct operation is indicated by
the text "SpO2 Initialized" In case the 0-Watt Start -up System is available the text "0 Watt
Initialized" is displayed indicating the 0-Watt Start -up System is detected
When all three options are installed the display shows:
Then the main menu appears:
The menu displayed in capitals can be selected. As extra reminder the first 4 letters of the
selectable mode are showed above the confirmation button. With the ▼▲ keys you can scroll
through the other menus and select SYSTEM PARAMETERS, MANUAL, ANALOG or
PROTOCOL. With the right ( ) confirmation button the menu in capital can be selected. The
left ( ) escape button is used to go back one level in the menu structure.
The ergometer is now ready for use. If nothing appears in the display(s), check whether the
power cord and the control unit have been properly connected or contact your supplier.
B.3.1 Menu structure programmable control unit
0. MAIN MENU
1. ANALOG
1. MANUAL
1. TERMINAL
1. SYSTEM PARAMETER
2. SET DISPLAY
3. POWER
3. RPM
3. HEARTRATE
3. TORQUE
LODE
BPM Initialized
SpO2 Initialized
0 Watt Initialized

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MANUAL
P = 0W 0 rpm
♥= 0/m*
esc P BPM*
ANALOG
P = 0W 0 rpm
♥= 0/m*
esc esc
3. TIMER
3. DISTANCE
3. TARGET HR*
3. ENERGY*
2. SET P-SLOPE
2. SET MODE
3. HYPERBOLIC
3. HR CONTROLLED
3. LINEAR
3. FIXED TORQUE
3. ISOKINETIC (only available for Excalibur Sport 925900)
2. SETTINGS
3. DEFAULT STARTMENU
3. ECG START*
3. P IN/OUT ANALOG
3. CONTRAST
3. ECG TRIGGER
3. TC_BYTES
3. RS232 PROTOCOL
3. LANGUAGE
3. DEVICE NO
3. SEATING POSITION (only available for Excalibur Sport 925900)
1. PROTOCOL*
2. PROTOCOL EDIT *
2. PROTOCOL RUN *
3. ÅSTRAND PROTOCOL*
2. PROTOCOL DELETE *
Compared to the standard version the *menus are added.
B.3.2 Manual menu
Selecting the manual mode will show you (default) the following display at the programmable
control panel:
* BPM is displayed when this option is available, otherwise another MENU possibility is
active. With the ▼▲ keys you can increase or decrease the parameter of the selected mode.
In the middle the adjustable parameter is shown, f.i. the load P (to be set with SYSTEM
PARAMETERS> SET MODE)
B.3.3 Analog menu
Selecting the ANALOG menu will show the following screen at the programmable panel:

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TERMINAL
P = 0W 0 rpm
♥= 0/m*
esc esc
set p slope
SET DISPLAY
settings
syst
set
POWER
On
esc off
on next
Notice: ♥= 0/m* Only displayed if HR option is being installed!
The ergometer is now ready for external control with an analog signal as previously
described. See for more information about analog control the user guide (only available in
English) supplied with the ergometer.
B.3.4 Terminal menu
Selecting the TERMINAL menu will show the following screen at the programmable panel:
Notice: ♥= 0/m* Only displayed if HR option is being installed!
The ergometer is now ready for digital external control. For more information about digital
external control using the RS 232 serial port see the user guide supplied with the ergometer.
B.3.5 System parameters menu
In the SYSTEM PARAMETERS different ergometry specific settings can be carried out as
described previously in the standard manual. On the programmable control panel you can
select the desired menu:
The menu displayed in capitals and repeated with an abbreviation under the confirmation
button ( ) is the one which can be activated. Selecting one of these menus will show you a
more extended display then described previously in this manual. As you can see with the
example of SET DISPLAY :

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Where the function POWER is the same as described previously in this manual (power
indication on or off), the button ESC will bring you back to the system parameters menu.
With the ▼▲ keys you can select the power indication to be ON or OFF, and NEXT will
bring you to the next item of the SET DISPLAY menu. Beside the parameters RPM, HEART
RATE, TORQUE, TIMER and DISTANCE two more are parameters are added: TARGET
HEART RATE and ENERGY.
Selecting the target HR parameter will show you the target heart rate programmed in the heart
rate controlled protocol beside the actual heart rate. For instance:
Selecting the energy parameter will show you the total amount of mechanical energy
delivered by the test subject going into the ergometer in the form of mechanical motion,
during the exercise test.
Instead of 2 items you can show 4 items out of your selection at once, they will scroll in
groups of 2. When you select 4 parameters, there will be no scrolling but a fixation on the
display of these parameters. You can program the parameters (also up to 4 without scrolling)
at the basic control panel as well, but you have to switch the control over to the basic side first
as is described in the next paragraph.
The menu SETTINGS will give you the opportunity to select PROTOCOL as a default
startmenu besides the previously described menus ANALOG, MANUAL, TERMINAL and
SYSTEM PARAMETERS.
An extra option for the Programmable control unit in the menu SETTINGS is the
CONTRAST adjustment for the P-display. Adjusting contrast shows direct effect on the
display. Only after confirmation with SAVE the new contrast is kept!
B.3.6 Operation from basic control panel
With the basic control panel as described previously in this manual you had the possibility to
switch your KEYBOARD ON or OFF. With the programmable control panel the basic (test
subject) side of the unit is default OFF. It is possible to control the ergometer with the buttons
of the basic control panel instead of the programmable control panel. You can use this option
for service purposes or to program the display of the basic control panel. During the startup of
the ergometer you can press one of the buttons at the basic side to switch operation to this
basic control panel, you will then loose the control function of the programmable side. To go
back to the default control situation you have to restart the ergometer without pressing any
button.
The TEST FUNCTIONS are only available at the basic control panel. They are meant for
service personnel only. Contact your supplier in case service of the device is required. If,
2 t=00:48 θ=01:12
P= 23 W 61 rpm
♥= 91/min t♥=100/min
rec rec