Ludus Alliance CS-System User manual

LUDUS COMBAT SIMULATOR
SYSTEM
CS- TRAINING
USER MANUAL

Table of Contents
Introduction..................................................................................1
Who is Ludus?...............................................................................................1
What is the CS-System?.............................................................................1
What does the CS-System measure? ....................................................2
Health Warning ............................................................................................2
Proper Handling...........................................................................................3
Getting to Know the Ludus Combat Simulator System
(CS-S) 4
What does the Ludus Combat Simulator System (CS-S) consist
of?.......................................................................................................................4
How does the Ludus Combat Simulator System (CS-S) Work?..5
Android and iOS Requirements..............................................................5
Downloading the Ludus Coach and Warriors App .........................5
CS-Paddle Set Up and Basics...................................................6
CS-Paddle Components .............................................................................6
Handle............................................................................................................................6
Safety Strap..................................................................................................................7
Strike Area....................................................................................................................7
Signal Lights ................................................................................................................7
Touch Zone ..................................................................................................................7
Height Sensor..............................................................................................................7
Charger Port ................................................................................................................8
Reset Button................................................................................................................8
Control Panel and Screen.......................................................................................8
Charging and Starting Up the CS-Paddle ......................................... 12
Registering and Syncing the CS-Paddle............................................ 13
Turning on Bluetooth (BLE) Mode .................................................................13
Coach Registration of the CS-Paddle..............................................................14
Uploading data from the CS-Paddle ...............................................................14
Wristband Basics ..................................................................... 15
Wristband Registration and Upgrade............................................... 16
Registering a Wristband .....................................................................................16
Wristband Sequences and Upgrading a Sequence...................................18
Training Basics ......................................................................... 18

Connecting the CS-Paddle to a Wristband ...................................... 18
Training Signal Lights ............................................................................. 20
Training Modes.......................................................................................... 21
Freestyle ....................................................................................................................21
Time interval............................................................................................................21
Stamina.......................................................................................................................22
Using the Ludus CS-Paddle without a Wristband ........ 24
Support ....................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 24
Do’s and Don’ts.......................................................................................... 25
Contact Us.................................................................................................... 26
Technical Specifications........................................................ 26
Return Policy............................................................................. 27

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Introduction
Who is Ludus?
Ludus Materials Ltd is a hi-tech company that
specializes in training and testing equipment for
martial arts. Our technology enables the creation of
objective measurements that could not be measured
before.
Our goal is to provide innovative technology to the
world and as a result, to unite all martial arts from
around the globe.
We are the Ludus Alliance.
What is the CS-System?
The Ludus Combat Simulator System (CS-System) is
a unique training system that enables both coaches
and athletes to objectively measure and analyse

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various performance parameters of martial arts
training.
What does the CS-System measure?
1. Response Time
The time it takes an athlete to respond to
stimuli.
2. Decision Making
The time it takes an athlete to respond to
stimuli when given multiple options (fakes,
strikes).
3. Stamina
The amount of time an athlete can sustain
prolonged physical or mental effort.
4. Power
The power or strength of a punch or kick.
5. Height
6. Number of Strikes
7. Number of Mistakes
Health Warning
✓Before using Ludus Products, you should get a
medical check-up.
✓It is important that you warm up and stretch
before each workout, and that you train
responsibly.

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✓If you experience any pain, feel weak, dizzy, or
exhausted, or become short of breath,
immediately stop your workout.
✓When you work out, you assume all inherent
risks.
✓Not recommended during pregnancy.
Proper Handling
✓Training with the CS-Paddle should be
supervised/operated by a qualified coach.
✓Do not strike on or near, the CS-Paddle's
Control Panel or Handle, as this can lead to
injury or damage to the product.
✓Always use the Products in a safe environment.
✓Under the environment with electrostatic
discharge, the sample may malfunction and
need user reset to recover sometimes.
✓Follow the usage instructions fully in order for
the system to work properly.
✓In the case that the CS-Paddle is opened/the
internal components are exposed in any way,
stop operation immediately and refer to
Customer Support.

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Getting to Know the Ludus
Combat Simulator System (CS-
S)
What does the Ludus Combat
Simulator System (CS-S) consist of?
The Ludus Combat Simulator System (CS-S) consists
of:
1. Ludus CS-Paddle
2. Coach App
3. ID Wristband
4. Warriors App

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How does the Ludus Combat
Simulator System (CS-S) Work?
The Ludus CS-S works by using the ID Wristband as
a personal identifier for every athlete with the
system. Before beginning training with the CS-S, the
athlete connects their ID wristband to the CS-Paddle.
At the end of the training, the athlete disconnects.
The CS-Paddle then stores the data from the training
according to the athlete and their wristband.
The coach then uploads the data from the CS-Paddle
(i.e. syncs the CS-Paddle), allowing for both the
Athlete and Coach to view the performance on the
Coach and Warrior Apps.
Android and iOS Requirements
Both the Ludus Coach and Warriors App run on
Android 4.4 and above and iOS 9.0 and above.
Downloading the Ludus Coach and
Warriors App
Both Warriors and Coach App can be downloaded
from App Store and Google Play.

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CS-Paddle Set Up and Basics
CS-Paddle Components
1. Control Panel
2. Handle with safety strap
3. Touch Zone and reset button
4. Signal lights
Handle
The handle of the Ludus CS-Paddle is built using
special technology that allows for high levels of
shock absorption, reducing the impact received by
the CS-Paddle Operator.

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Safety Strap
The safety strap attached to the handle prevents the
CS-Paddle from falling during training.
Strike Area
The soft surface of the Ludus CS-Paddle is the
athlete’s target area.
Signal Lights
At each side of the Ludus CS-Paddle there are signal
lights which flash in different colours, depending on
the training exercise (any timed mode from
beginning to end) or function being carried out. For
further information, see Training Signal Lights.
Touch Zone
The Near Field Communication (NFC) ‘Touch Zone’is
marked by a red rectangle on the underside of the
CS-Paddle. The Touch Zone allows the user to touch
in with their Wristband in order to connect to the
CS-Paddle. For further information see Training
Basics.
Height Sensor
The Height sensor, on the underside of the handle,
uses ultrasonic sensor technology to measure the
height of each strike.

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Charger Port
The CS-Paddle is charged through the micro-USB
charger port on the underside of the handle.
Reset Button
The Reset button clears the CS-Paddle cache
memory of current activity (period that begins when
an athlete connects to the system, and ends when
they disconnect) and restarts the system. It does not
clear the data from the CS-Paddle.
Control Panel and Screen
The control panel is where the Ludus CS-Paddle
Operator can set a range of training exercises and
see the status of their CS-Paddle.

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CS-Paddle Control Panel Components
No.
Description
1
Power/Clear. Used to turn the CS-Paddle on
and off, and to return to the Home screen
during a training activity.
2
Tbutton. Used for switching between
exercise and connection modes.
3
Strike Left/Left.
Used to activate the left strike signal on the
CS-Paddle and for navigation / selection.
4
Strike Right/Right.
Used to activate the right strike signal on the
CS-Paddle and for navigation / selection.

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No.
Description
5
Fake Left/Up.
Used to activate the left fake signal on the
CS-Paddle and for setting the timer.
6
Fake Right/Down.
Used to activate the right fake signal on the
CS-Paddle and for setting the timer.
For further information see Training Basics.
CS-Paddle Screen Components

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No.
Description
1
Battery status indicator
2
Wristband Connection icon. Flashes when
the CS-Paddle is in NFC mode and waiting
for a Wristband to connect. Steady when
connected.
3
Memory Full icon.
When flashing during an activity, it indicates
that the limit for the number of activities has
been reached.
When shown steadily, it indicates that the
CS-Paddle memory is full.
4
Connection icon. Flashes when waiting for
Bluetooth connection. Steady when
connected.
5
Time Interval Icon. Flashes during
selection of Time Interval Mode.
6
Stamina Icon. Flashes during selection of
Stamina Mode.
6*
Fake Icon. Displayed when an athlete
responds to Fake signals activated by the
operator.
7, 8
Left and Right arrows displayed during
timer and mode configuration. The arrows
indicate which side the strike was received
on.
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Strike Counter (positioned under Time
Interval Icon)

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No.
Description
10
Fake-Mistake Counter (positioned under
Fake Icon)
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Height. Shown only during freestyle mode
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Timer. Used only during timed modes
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Height and Time indicator.
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Power
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Power Indicator. Displays power levels 1-7;
1 being the weakest and 7 –the strongest.
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Response Time
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Response Time Indicator. Displays the
measured response time (up to 3 seconds).
Charging and Starting Up the CS-
Paddle
Before using the Ludus CS-Paddle, make sure it is
sufficiently charged. To charge the CS-Paddle, insert
a micro USB cable into the charging port.
✓Use a standard USB-to-Micro USB cable and
connect it to the USB port on a computer or a
USB wall charger.
✓The 4 bars within the battery icon on the CS-
Paddle screen will light up and flicker,
indicating that the CS-Paddle is charging. It
should take 3-4 hours to completely charge the
battery (at which point all4 bars will be steadily
lit).

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✓Do not attempt to operate your Ludus CS-
Paddle while it is being charged.
Important:
In case of empty battery, charge
the CS-Paddle and sync your data
before starting a new activity to
assure accurate and complete data
synchronization.
Registering and Syncing the CS-
Paddle
Turning on Bluetooth (BLE) Mode
In order to register your CS-Paddle or sync data, you
must first set it to Bluetooth (BLE) mode as follows:
1. Ensure the Ludus CS-Paddle is set to the Home
screen.
2. Press and hold the Tbutton for at least 3
seconds.
3. Press the Left button to select BLE mode. The
screen will read BLE and the connection icon
will start blinking letting you know the Ludus
CS-Paddle is in BLE (connection) mode. Once
the connection is established the connection
icon will display steadily.

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Coach Registration of the CS-Paddle
Before you can begin syncing data from the CS-
Paddle, it must be registered to your Ludus Coach
App account as follows:
1. Set the Ludus CS-Paddle to BLE mode (see
Turning on Bluetooth (BLE) Mode).
2. Ensure that the Bluetooth on your Smartphone
is active, and the phone is connected to the
internet.
3. On the navigation panel of your Ludus Coach
App, tap Inventory and select the CS-Paddles
tab.
4. Under CS-Paddles, tap +. The App will display a
list of all CS-Paddles in range with BLE Mode
activated, which you have not yet registered to
your account.
5. Select the CS-Paddle you wish to register. Once
you have successfully registered it, a
“Registration Successful”message will appear.
6. Register additional Ludus CS-Paddles, if
necessary.
Uploading data from the CS-Paddle
To sync the data from your CS-Paddle:
1. Set the CS-Paddle to BLE mode (see Turning on
Bluetooth (BLE) Mode).

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2. Ensure that the Bluetooth on your Smartphone
is active, and the phone is connected to the
internet.
3. On the navigation panel of your Ludus Coach
App, tap Inventory and select the CS-Paddles
tab.
4. Select the CS-Paddle whose data you wish to
upload then tap Sync. The sync progress bar
will appear. Once finished, you will receive a
“Sync Successful”message and be returned to
the CS-Paddles Screen.
Notes:
•Sync time may vary according to the
amount of data you wish to upload
•You may need to perform the sync
multiple times on the same CS-
Paddle in order to complete a full
data sync.
•If the sync process stops in the
middle due to connection issues (CS-
Paddle runs out of battery, or out of
range), recharge the CS-Paddle
and/or press the Clear button then
sync again.
Wristband Basics
The Wristband is the central element of the Ludus
Combat Simulator System. It acts as the athlete’s
personal identifier and when connected (touched in)

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to the CS-Paddle, it immediately identifies the athlete
and saves their data accordingly.
The Wristband allows for the personalized
experience for every athlete.
Note:
In order so the Wristband will not fall
during training, ensure that the
Wristband is securely fastened on the
wrist with the closing pin.
Wristband Registration and Upgrade
Registering a Wristband
In order for a Wristband to become valid and for an
athlete to begin training, the Wristband must be
registered. Once registered, the Wristband can be
connected to the CS-Paddle and the data can then be
collected.
When an athlete receives a new rank, they will need
to upgrade their Wristband. This will create a
sequence of Wristbands (see Wristband Sequences
and Upgrading a Sequence for further explanation).
Note:
Wristbands must be registered by the
Coach before they are registered by the
Athlete. This creates the connection
between the two and allows for both the
Coach and Athlete to access the data.

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Coach
1. On the navigation panel of your Ludus Coach
App, tap Inventory and select the Wristbands
tab.
2. Tap +. The barcode scanner screen will open.
3. Scan the barcode connected to the tag on your
Wristband. After a successful registration, a
message “Registration Successful” will be
displayed.
4. Register additional Wristbands if necessary.
Athlete
1. On the navigation panel of your Ludus Warriors
App, tap My Account and select the
My Wristbands tab.
2. Tap +. The barcode scanner screen will open.
3. Scan the barcode connected to the tag on your
Wristband. After a successful registration, a
message “Registration Successful” will be
displayed.
4. Select a name for your Wristband and tap
Save Wristband to complete registration.
Note:
If the barcode scanner fails to read the
barcode, tap Manual in the top-right
corner of the screen to manually input
the Wristband ID number.