Star Trac Star Trac Fitness Spinning Computer User manual

Star Trac Fitness™
Spinning®Computer
User Manual
Installation, Service and Instructor Education

Table of Contents
FCC Regulatory Statements
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Parts List
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Marketing Statement Regarding Heart Rate
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Specifications
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How it Works
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Computer Window and Buttons
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Installing or Replacing Batt
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Do I need to Re
-sync?________________________________
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Testing for RPM
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Syncing Mode
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Setup Mode
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Installation of Cadence
Sensor and Magnet–All Spinners®
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Mounting Computer On Handlebars
-V-Bikes
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Mounting Computer On Handlebars
-Pro 5800 / 6800 / Elite 5900
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Mounting Computer
On Handlebars -Elite 6900 and NXT 7000
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Maintenance Checklist
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FAQ’s and Troubleshooting
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Spinning® Instructor Education
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1.
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 in
terference that may cause undesired
operation.
2.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Star Trac could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Regulatory Statements

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All 727-0083 Spinning®Computer Kits include:
Part Number
for
re-order Qua ntity Description
727-0083
Spinning ®
Computer Kit 1Spinning®Computer
1Mounting Bracket
1V2 Bracket Mounting Insert
727-0093-KT
Mounting
Bracket Kit
1Pro Bracket Mounting Insert
727-0084-KT 1Cadence Sensor
727-0094 1Cadence Magnet
N/A 4AA Panasonic Batteries
N/A 1Spinning®Computer Manual
N/A 1M5 Allen Assembly Tool
N/A 1M2 Allen Assembly Tool
N/A 1M6x30 Computer Clamp Screw for Rhino Horn
Before installing the Spinning
®Computer, verify that all the parts needed
for mounting on your bikes
are included. If any of the items are missing, call StarTrac at 800
-503-1221 or 1-714-669-
1660 to
order a replacement kit.
Parts List

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Marketing Statement Regarding Heart Rate Acquisition on the
Star Trac Spinning®Computer:
Star Trac takes the acquisition and accuracy of heart rate very seriously and has developed a system to
perform to the best ability that technology will allow. Star Trac has engineered a product that has taken
every precauti
on possible to acquire an accurate heart rate signal as well as eliminate “crosstalk”
interference that may be caused by other monitors being placed too close together.
To achieve the best possible results from your Spinning
®Computer, please abide by the following
important parameters:
Users must wear Coded Transmitters (such as Polar©T61, Polar©T31C or Polar©
WearLink
when operating the Spinner®bike with the Spinning®Computer.
Only Coded Transmitter will allow
a “one to one” relationship with the Spinning®Computer and will minimize
potential “crosstalk”
interference. If users wear non-coded straps, there is significantly increased potential for
“crosstalk” which will cause erratic heart rate display, loss of heart rate display and
significantly
reduce the consistency of accurate heart rate reporting.
Bikes should be spaced so that the side-to-side distance from the Spinning®
Computer on one
bike and the Spinning®
Computer on bikes to the left or right is at least 36 inches (91.4 cm). In
addition, the distance from the bottom of the Spinning®
Computer on one bike to the seat of the
bike in front of it (where another rider and his/her transmitter would be seated) should be at least
24 inches (61 cm) in order to significantly reduce chances for inte
rference. See the diagram on
page 21 regarding bike layout.
Marketing Statement Regarding Heart Rate

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3)
Riders must lean into the
display (within 16 inches) and
wait for the HR to display –
once the HR is displayed they
must maintain the forward
Position for 15 seconds while
the computer codes with their
Polar Coded Strap, this insures
that no outside signals will interfere
with the riders data once they lean
back into their seated position.
Calorie calculations are displayed as a summary only and will ONLY be shown if a user utilizes a
heart rate strap throughout the entire workout.
Cell phones, televisions, speakers and other electronic devices can cause interference with
the
operation if they are in close proximity to the Spinning®Computerand/or transmitter.
If there are any question
s regarding operation or usage of the Spinning®Computer, please contact
Star Trac Customer Support at 800
-503-1221 or 1-714-669-1660.

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Computer:
Heart Rate Range:Approximately 30” From computer to users HR chest
strap
Battery:
Qty 4 each AA Alkaline
Battery life expectancy:
1 year (depending on use and backlight usage)
Cadence
Sensor:
Battery:
Lithium CR2032
Battery life expectancy:
Approximately 2.5 Years (depending on use)
Distance to magnet:Approximately 5mm
Specifications

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How does the Spinning computer work?
The Spinning computer displays heart rate, RPM (
speed), total distance and elapsed time.
•The heart rate information is received from a Polar©T61, Polar©T31C or Polar©
WearLink®heart rate strap worn
by the person riding the Spinning Bike. The Polar strap
sends a radio signal to the computer and the computer
displays the person’s heart rate.
If any other strap is used it will not display the heart rate.
The computer and heart rate
strap must be wit
hin range of each other and no other heart rate strap can be within this
imaginary circle. The range is approximately 36 inches from the computer.
•The RPM signal is transmitted by the cadence sensor sending the RPM to the
computer
Each time the magnet on the flywheel passes the cadence sensor it records one
revolution and as it counts the revolutions it sends this number to the computer.
How it Works
RPM
Heart
rate

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Start pedaling then press any button to turn on the
Spinning®Computer; the f
ollowing data will be
displayed:
HR-Displays the Heart Rate of the user when wearing a compatible Polar®HR
telemetry strap in beats per minute.
RPM-Shows the pedaling speed of the user in revolutions per minute.
Total Distance-Distance measured in m
iles or kilometers depending on the setup
selection.
Elapsed Time –
The length of time in minutes from the time the computer has been
activated or reset.
Buttons:
Light (left) button -
Turns on the backlight to enable viewing in low
light settings.
Toggle (right) button -
Toggles between: Total Distance and
Elapsed Time.
Computer Window and Buttons

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Time required:
5 Minutes
Parts required:
4 new AA alkaline batteries
Tools required:
Slotted or Phillips screwdriver
Note: The batte
ries in the computer will last approximately
1 year depending on usage.
The cadence sensor battery will last approximately 2.5
Low Battery
Indicator
Remove the computer from the handlebar or computer mounting
bracket.
Loosen the captive screw on the back of the battery cover (screw will
not completely come off, it will remain captive.) To remove the cover,
pull on the captive screw and lift.
Install 4 new batteries. Note: Replace all 4 batteries at the same time.
Installing or Replacing Batteries

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Note the directions each battery is to be installed. There is a plus (+) and minus (-
) symbol
inside the battery compartment.
The + sign indicates the positive (+) side on the battery and
the -indicates the negative (-) side on the battery.
Insert each of the 4 batteries into the battery compartment of the computer.
Attach the battery cover and tighten the screw.
Attach the computer onto the handlebar or computer mounting bracket and test.
Installing or Replacing Batteries –cont’d

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: Syncing will not improve Heart Rate and is not a calibration it should only be used to Sync
(Pair up) the cadence sensor and the computer so that RPM can be transmitted.
Perform the Syncing process
after checking all of the following:
•Do the serial numbers on the cadence sensor and the
computer match?
oIf they do not match the handlebar has been swapped
with another bike and should be swapped back, so the
computer and sensor are matched up again.
•Is the battery secure in the cadence sensor and the cover is not loose?
o
A loose battery will prevent the cadence sensor to transmit the RPM signal to the
computer.
•Is the magnet aligned with the cadence sensor?
o
A missing magnet or one that is not lined up properly will prevent the cadence sensor
to transmit the RPM signal to the computer.
•Does the computer turn on when you press a button?
oIf the computer does not turn on replace the batteries in the computer.
•The computer turns on but as you pedal it does not show the RPM.
oIf you have performed all of the
above steps you may now sync the computer and
cadence sensor. This will make them a paired set and will be able to transmit and
receive the RPM signal.
Do I need to Re-sync?

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Time required:
Less then 5 Minutes
Parts required:
N/A
Tools required:
N/A
TES
T Procedure:
Once the batteries are installed, press any button and the display window will turn on in
the
Workout mode.
Test by waving a magnet across the cadence sensor. If you see RPM
values, then the cadence sensor and computer was synced successfully,
there is no need to perform the sync process.
If you do not get any rpm reading and the computer turns off you WILL
need to perform the Syncing process.
NOTE
: If the cadence sensor and computer are no longer a pair (i.e. when users swap
handlebars wi
th the computer attached.)
the Cadence sensor and computer will have to be
sync’d again. Do not swap handlebars.
CAUTION: TEST ONE BIKE AT A TIME
, the range for the cadence sensor is
approximately 30 feet and if you are testing the bike and someone else o
n the same
room is pedaling another bike you may be picking up the wrong RPM signal.
Testing for RPM

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Syncing Process:
Tools required:
Coin (penny, dime, etc.) or similar item to remove battery cover
Steps to Syncing:
Removing the battery lid on the backside of the Spinning®Computer
and insert or replace the
4 AA batteries.
2. Once
the batteries are installed, press any button and the display window will go into the
orkout mode.
Workout Mode
window
Holding the cadencesensor, remove the battery cover
from the back of the cadence sensor
using the coin or similar object and take out the battery.
CAUTION:
SYNC ONE BIKE AT A TIME, the range for the cadence sensor is
approximately 30 feet and if you are testing the bike and someone else on the same
room is pedaling another bike you may be picking up the wrong RPM signal.
Syncing Mode

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4. Place
the battery back in the cadence upside down to reset the system. Do not put the lid
back on yet.
Battery facing
upside down →
Battery facing
←right side up
5.
Activate Sync Mode on the computer by holding down the Light
and Toggle
buttonsfor several seconds until the window displays
“Conn“
Sync
Mode
window
6.
Remove the cadence sensor battery and place it back in correctly (ba
ttery face will be right
side up).
7.
Replace the battery cover on the cadence sensor.
Note: To put the cadence sensor battery cover on
correctly, align the arrows before locking shut.
Syncing Process –cont’d

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8. With the computer window still displaying “Conn” hold the magnet
about 1/2 inch (1.2cm) away from the edge of the cadence sensor
with the large arrow pointing towards the magnet.
Wave the magnet back and forth several times until the window on
the computer displays a random ID number (e.g. ID 45896).
Finally, accept ID by pressing the Toggle (right)button.
10.
Once the Syncing Process is done, the display should be in the Workout Mode.
Wait for 60 seconds.
You must wait for 60 seconds to allow the computer to reset the ID pro
perly.
12.
Test for response by turning the computer on then
waving a magnet across the cadence
sensor, as you did in the test on page 10.
By doing this you are simulating the same motion
as when the flywheel rotates and the magnet passes by the cadence sensor.
If you see RPM
displayed,then the cadence sensor and computer were synced successfully.
Proceed with
the installation and mounting to the bike.
NOTE:
Remember to keep the computer and cadence sensor as a set at all times.
Syncing Process –cont’d

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Spinning
®Computer is pre-set with a gear ratio 2
and a setting display distance in miles. It is
also pre
-
set with recommended default settings for the length of time the backlight will stay on when
activated and the length of time summary information will be display
ed.
You can make changes to
these settings by following the steps below. (You will first need to install 4 AA batteries in the
computer.) Any time you want to change setting or v
iew information, follow these Setup M
ode steps
To activat
e Setup Mode:
1. Press any button to activate computer.
2. Wave a magnet along the right side of the Spinning®Computer until
the display window shows all LCD segments flash.
3. Press Toggle (right) button to scroll through available setup options.
4. Press the Light (left) button to change settings on the current display option.
Setup
Mode options:
•GEARand Software Version
oGear Ratio, Select 1 (2.875) for V-Bikes.
oSelect 2 (3.250) for all other models.
oSoftware Version displayed (-XX)
Note: User will not get the correct RPM values if
the Gear Ratio setting is not correct.
(Default Setting)
Setup Mode

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•Units-MILES or KM
Note: User will not get the correct RPM values if
the Gear Ratio setting is not correct.
(Default Setting)
•BLON –(Default Back Light On*) The amount of time the backlight
will stay on when the left button is pressed. Select between 1
second to 60 seconds using the Light (left) button and press the
Toggle (right) button to save and advance to the next setting.
*Note: Increasing the BLON (Back Light On) time will reduce
overall battery life. A shorter BLON time will result in longer
battery life (recommended).
•BLU –(Back Light Usage) Total time in minutes that the back light
has been on since the last data clearing. Press the Light (left)
button to clear data, if desired, then press Toggle (right) button to
accept and advance to the next setting.
Setup Mode-cont’d

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•UH –(Usage Hours) Total operation time in hours of display since
the last data clearing. Press the Light (left) button to clear data, if
desired, then press Toggle (right) button to accept and advance to
the next setting.
•ODO –Total Miles / KM
Total traveled distance in miles or KM since the last data clearing.
Press the Light (left) button to clear data, if desired then press the
Toggle (right) button to accept and advance to the next setting.
•SON –(Summary ON Time) Number of seconds the summary will
be displayed at the end of the workout.
oOptions: 30, 60, 90, or 120 seconds
Select by using the Light (left) button and press the Toggle
(right) button to accept and exit Setup Mode.
5. To exit Setup Mode, press the Toggle (right)
button several times until the computer
returns to Workout Mode.
6. Once out of Setup Mode and in the Workout Mode, one could start monitoring the
workout.
Setup Mode-cont’d