Tacx FLOW Operating computer User manual

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Operating computer

Flow
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Operating computer

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Function during configuration
Press in combination with MODE key for 10 seconds to enter the SETUP menu
(countdown appears)
Change setting
Change setting
Next step
Exit the SET UP menu
Function during cycling
Select training type based on slope or power
Change training setting
Page through display functions
Change training setting
Page through display functions
Page through MODE functions
Confirm training type
Resetting training information
When you are not cycling, you can reset the ETM, TRP, MAX and AVS training information by
pressing the SET and MODE keys at the same time for 2 seconds. It is not possible to reset the
ODO (the total number of kilometres cycled on the trainer). Once it has reached 99,999 km it will
automatically reset to 0 km (or miles). All the trip data is also reset when the Flow computer is
switched off. When the computer is restarted everything is set to 0 again, except the ODO.
Keys and their functions
SET
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MODE
SET
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MODE
When you put the plug into the wall socket, the entire display lights briefly as a test. Then various
parameters are shown for two seconds:
• frequency(50or60Hz)andvoltage(110or220V)ofthemainspower
• versionnumberofthefirmware
• scalefactor(100%)
• bodyweight(75kg)
• speedindicationandtripenergyconsumption(km/h,kJoule)
Then the start screen appears. If you want to use the standard settings, you can begin straight away.
If not, follow the instructions below.
Press SET and MODE at the same time for 10 seconds. Now the text SET UP appears on the display
and the body weight flashes.
Weight
Body weight (without bicycle) flashes. You can use the Up arrow or Down arrow to set the
weight between 40 and 120 kg. Use MODE to go to the next step.
Speed
Km flashes. You can change Km to Mi with the Up arrow or Down arrow. Use MODE to go to the
next step.
Energy
Kcalflashes.YoucanchangeKcaltokJoulewiththeUp arrow or Down arrow. Use MODE to go
to the next step.
Settings before you begin

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Function during configuration
Press in combination with MODE key for 10 seconds to enter the SETUP menu
(countdown appears)
Change setting
Change setting
Next step
Exit the SET UP menu
Function during cycling
Select training type based on slope or power
Change training setting
Page through display functions
Change training setting
Page through display functions
Page through MODE functions
Confirm training type
Resetting training information
When you are not cycling, you can reset the ETM, TRP, MAX and AVS training information by
pressing the SET and MODE keys at the same time for 2 seconds. It is not possible to reset the
ODO (the total number of kilometres cycled on the trainer). Once it has reached 99,999 km it will
automatically reset to 0 km (or miles). All the trip data is also reset when the Flow computer is
switched off. When the computer is restarted everything is set to 0 again, except the ODO.
Keys and their functions
SET


MODE
SET


MODE
When you put the plug into the wall socket, the entire display lights briefly as a test. Then various
parameters are shown for two seconds:
• frequency(50or60Hz)andvoltage(110or220V)ofthemainspower
• versionnumberofthefirmware
• scalefactor(100%)
• bodyweight(75kg)
• speedindicationandtripenergyconsumption(km/h,kJoule)
Then the start screen appears. If you want to use the standard settings, you can begin straight away.
If not, follow the instructions below.
Press SET and MODE at the same time for 10 seconds. Now the text SET UP appears on the display
and the body weight flashes.
Weight
Body weight (without bicycle) flashes. You can use the Up arrow or Down arrow to set the
weight between 40 and 120 kg. Use MODE to go to the next step.
Speed
Km flashes. You can change Km to Mi with the Up arrow or Down arrow. Use MODE to go to the
next step.
Energy
Kcalflashes.YoucanchangeKcaltokJoulewiththeUp arrow or Down arrow. Use MODE to go
to the next step.
Settings before you begin

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The accuracy of the Flow's power display depends on factors such as the pressure of the cylinder
against the tyre, the tyre pressure, fluctuating magnetic forces and the difference in mains voltage.
To guarantee a good power measurement, the brake must be calibrated. For optimal calibration
we recommend cycling at least 3 minutes beforehand to warm-up the brake. Make sure the tyre
pressureisbetween7and8bar.
Brake calibration
The calibration value 0 appears at the bottom. You start the brake calibration with the Up arrow,
whichcausesthreedashestoappearatthebottomofthedisplay.Cycleataspeedabove30km/h
(or19mi/h)untilthewordSTOPappears.Themomentyoustop,theFlowcomputermeasuresthe
deceleration of the rear wheel and the new calibration value appears on the display.
If the calibration fails (e.g. because you began pedalling during the measurement), ERROR appears on the display.
You can start the calibration again with the Up arrow. You can set the calibration value to 0 with the Down arrow.
Use MODE to confirm the settings and switch to the training display.
Settings before you begin
The Flow registers four training parameters: speed, power, cadence and heart rate.
Two training parameters are shown at any time, on the 2nd and 3rd lines of the display. With the
Up arrow you can switch the 2nd line from speed to cadence, power and heart rate. With the
Down arrow you can switch the training parameters on the 3rd line.
MODE functions for SPEED (km/h or mi/h)
The MODE functions on the 1st line of the display correspond to the training parameter on the 2nd
line. When the 2nd line is set to speed, the MODE key switches between ETM (elapsed time), TRP
(trip time), ODO (odometer), MAX (maximum speed) and AVS (average speed).
The values only reflect the actual time spend cycling since the computer was reset or switched on. If you take a
break, the data will be retained. Once you resume cycling, the computer begins calculating again, using all the data.
MODE functions for CADENCE (Cad)
When the 2nd line is set to cadence (Cad), TRP means the total number of pedal revolutions during
thetrip,MAXmeansthemaximumpedallingfrequencyandAVStheaveragepedallingfrequency.
Training with the Flow
ETM TRP ODO MAX AVS
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ETM TRP MAX AVS
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The accuracy of the Flow's power display depends on factors such as the pressure of the cylinder
against the tyre, the tyre pressure, fluctuating magnetic forces and the difference in mains voltage.
To guarantee a good power measurement, the brake must be calibrated. For optimal calibration
we recommend cycling at least 3 minutes beforehand to warm-up the brake. Make sure the tyre
pressureisbetween7and8bar.
Brake calibration
The calibration value 0 appears at the bottom. You start the brake calibration with the Up arrow,
whichcausesthreedashestoappearatthebottomofthedisplay.Cycleataspeedabove30km/h
(or19mi/h)untilthewordSTOPappears.Themomentyoustop,theFlowcomputermeasuresthe
deceleration of the rear wheel and the new calibration value appears on the display.
If the calibration fails (e.g. because you began pedalling during the measurement), ERROR appears on the display.
You can start the calibration again with the Up arrow. You can set the calibration value to 0 with the Down arrow.
Use MODE to confirm the settings and switch to the training display.
Settings before you begin
The Flow registers four training parameters: speed, power, cadence and heart rate.
Two training parameters are shown at any time, on the 2nd and 3rd lines of the display. With the
Up arrow you can switch the 2nd line from speed to cadence, power and heart rate. With the
Down arrow you can switch the training parameters on the 3rd line.
MODE functions for SPEED (km/h or mi/h)
The MODE functions on the 1st line of the display correspond to the training parameter on the 2nd
line. When the 2nd line is set to speed, the MODE key switches between ETM (elapsed time), TRP
(trip time), ODO (odometer), MAX (maximum speed) and AVS (average speed).
The values only reflect the actual time spend cycling since the computer was reset or switched on. If you take a
break, the data will be retained. Once you resume cycling, the computer begins calculating again, using all the data.
MODE functions for CADENCE (Cad)
When the 2nd line is set to cadence (Cad), TRP means the total number of pedal revolutions during
thetrip,MAXmeansthemaximumpedallingfrequencyandAVStheaveragepedallingfrequency.
Training with the Flow
ETM TRP ODO MAX AVS
MODE
ETM TRP MAX AVS
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MODE functions for POWER (Watt)
When the 2nd line is set to power (Watt), TRP means the trip consumption, MAX the maximum power
and AVS the average power. The trip consumption is calculated on the basis of the elapsed time and
the power output. This is indicated in kilocalories or kilojoules.
MODE functions for HEART RATE
When the 2nd line is set to heart rate, MAX means the maximum heart rate and AVS the average
heart rate.
If the Flow computer does not receive a heart rate signal before the training begins, the heart rate function is not
shown. As soon as a heart rate signal is received during the training, this function will become available. When the
heart rate signal is interrupted during cycling, three dashes will appear in place of the heart rate value.
Average indicator
This function indicates whether the training information shown on the 1st line is average, above
average or below average.
Training with the Flow
ETM TRP MAX AVS
MODE
ETM MAX AVS
MODE
TheFlowallowsyoutotrainbyslope(%)andpower(Watt).Slopemakesuseofthetrainer'scylinder
andisadjustablein14stepsfrom-4to+9(-4isequivalenttoanactualdownhillslopeof4%andthe
sameappliesforthe9%uphillslope).Duringpowertrainingthecomputeradjuststheresistanceof
the cylinder so you always pedal at the selected power setting. You can set this from 10 to 990 Watts
in 10 Watt steps.
Setting training value
When you press SET, the slope at the lower left begins to flash. Use the Arrow keys to change the set-
ting and MODE to confirm. The slope is shown on the display in the form of vertical bars. At 0 a hori-
zontalbarisshown.
Once you press SET and the slope begins to flash, if you press SET again the power setting begins to
flash. You can adjust this setting with the Arrow keys. Press MODE to confirm the setting.
Operating range
Thebrakeindicatorisavisualrepresentationofthebrakeposition.Hereyoucanseeataglance
whether the brake is still within the operating range. As the braking unit applies the brakes, the height
of the bar increases. The set power is not braked if the bar is at its minimum or maximum height; in
this situation the indicator flashes as a warning.
Adjustyourspeed,cadenceand/orpowerifthebrakeindicatorflashes,showingthatthebrakeisoutsidetheopera-
ting range. Select the combination appropriate for you that is applicable at that moment.
Error messages during cycling
You can find the FAQs for the Flow at www.tacx.comunderSERVICE.Hereyouwillfindup-to-date
information about what to do if an error message appears on the screen.
Flow training settings

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MODE functions for POWER (Watt)
When the 2nd line is set to power (Watt), TRP means the trip consumption, MAX the maximum power
and AVS the average power. The trip consumption is calculated on the basis of the elapsed time and
the power output. This is indicated in kilocalories or kilojoules.
MODE functions for HEART RATE
When the 2nd line is set to heart rate, MAX means the maximum heart rate and AVS the average
heart rate.
If the Flow computer does not receive a heart rate signal before the training begins, the heart rate function is not
shown. As soon as a heart rate signal is received during the training, this function will become available. When the
heart rate signal is interrupted during cycling, three dashes will appear in place of the heart rate value.
Average indicator
This function indicates whether the training information shown on the 1st line is average, above
average or below average.
Training with the Flow
ETM TRP MAX AVS
MODE
ETM MAX AVS
MODE
TheFlowallowsyoutotrainbyslope(%)andpower(Watt).Slopemakesuseofthetrainer'scylinder
andisadjustablein14stepsfrom-4to+9(-4isequivalenttoanactualdownhillslopeof4%andthe
sameappliesforthe9%uphillslope).Duringpowertrainingthecomputeradjuststheresistanceof
the cylinder so you always pedal at the selected power setting. You can set this from 10 to 990 Watts
in 10 Watt steps.
Setting training value
When you press SET, the slope at the lower left begins to flash. Use the Arrow keys to change the set-
ting and MODE to confirm. The slope is shown on the display in the form of vertical bars. At 0 a hori-
zontalbarisshown.
Once you press SET and the slope begins to flash, if you press SET again the power setting begins to
flash. You can adjust this setting with the Arrow keys. Press MODE to confirm the setting.
Operating range
Thebrakeindicatorisavisualrepresentationofthebrakeposition.Hereyoucanseeataglance
whether the brake is still within the operating range. As the braking unit applies the brakes, the height
of the bar increases. The set power is not braked if the bar is at its minimum or maximum height; in
this situation the indicator flashes as a warning.
Adjustyourspeed,cadenceand/orpowerifthebrakeindicatorflashes,showingthatthebrakeisoutsidetheopera-
ting range. Select the combination appropriate for you that is applicable at that moment.
Error messages during cycling
You can find the FAQs for the Flow at www.tacx.comunderSERVICE.Hereyouwillfindup-to-date
information about what to do if an error message appears on the screen.
Flow training settings