Installing and Configuring Entertainment Caps 800 MHz • 900 MHz Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O.
Edition Information Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps P/N 301425-101 Copyright © February 2011 Precor Incorporated. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Trademark Note Precor, AMT, and EFX are registered trademarks and Preva is a trademark of Precor Incorporated. Other names in this document may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Important Safety Instructions Safety Precautions Read all instructions in the documentation provided with your exercise equipment before installation of this device including all assembly guides, user guides, and owner’s manuals. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage. Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety features. Be sure to read these sections and observe all safety notices.
4 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Never leave the equipment unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug the equipment from its power source when it is not in use, before cleaning it, and before providing authorized service. Note: The optional power adapter is considered a power source for self-powered equipment. Use the power adapter provided with the equipment. Plug the power adapter into an appropriate, grounded power outlet as marked on the equipment.
Important Safety Instructions 5 Do not operate electrically powered equipment in damp or wet locations. Never operate this equipment if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped, damaged, or exposed to water. Call for service immediately if any of these conditions exist. Maintain the equipment to keep it in good working condition, as described in the Maintenance section of the assembly and maintenance guide.
6 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal The batteries within self-powered equipment contain materials that are considered hazardous to the environment. Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries. If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor Commercial Products Customer Support for information regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service.
7 Important Safety Instructions 900 MHz Receiver Approvals Regulatory Information FCC Compliance Statement 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 interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ................................................... 3 Safety Precautions .................................................................................3 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .................................... 6 Product Recycling and Disposal ....................................................... 6 863 MHz Receiver Approvals ........................................................... 6 900 MHz Receiver Approvals.........................
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Using the Entertainment Cap, facilities can add entertainment without the high cabling costs usually associated with entertainment systems. The xTV wireless system gives people the choice of listening to music and other audio sources while they exercise. The user simply plugs a stereo headphone into the headphone jack, and selects the desired entertainment. Receivers are typically powered by the equipment to which they are attached.
12 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Identifying Parts of the Receiver The following figure provides information about the receiver keys. Figure 1: Parts of the receiver Table 1.
Chapter 2 Installing the Entertainment Cap Please read all instructions before beginning the installation of the cap. Installation Requirements Review the following installation requirements before assembly: Transmitters and receivers should be installed within 150 feet (46 meters) of each other and in direct line of sight. For example, if you are within 100 feet and can see the transmitter antenna, the receivers should have good reception.
14 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps There is no correlation between channel numbers on transmitters and channel numbers shown on receivers once the receiver has been returned to normal operation. Installing Entertainment Caps Prior to assembly, make sure you have the required tools and hardware. The hardware kit shipped with this equipment contains the fasteners and other hardware components shown in the following table.
Installing the Entertainment Cap 15 Installing the Console Perform the assembly steps in the order presented. Note: As you remove the screws, set them aside in a safe place. You will need them later to complete the assembly. To begin the assembly: 1. Remove the two screws that secure the back cover to the console. Figure 2: Screw locations for back cover of console 2. Remove the two screws securing the back of the cap assembly. Figure 3: Screw locations on back of top cap assembly 3.
16 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Note: The P30 power cable connects at a 90 degree angle. The P20 power cable connects straight into the 8 pin cable. Figure 4: Attaching the wires Table 3. Rewiring the new Entertainment Cap Number Wire type Details Power cable 2 pin to 8 pin cable Headphone cable 3 pin to 6 pin cable. This cable will be routed down to the headphone jack.
Installing the Entertainment Cap 17 3. Thread the audio cable from the controller down to the headphone plug assembly. Secure it in the built-in cable clips as shown in the following diagram. Figure 5: Location of built-in cable clips for headphone cable 4. Slide the audio cable into the new headphone plug assembly. 5. Line up the back tab with the back slot, feed the audio cable inside the console, and then snap the two side tabs into the two side slots. 6.
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Chapter 3 Programming the Receiver There are multiple ways to program the Entertainment Cap. Automatic Programming During automatic programming, the receiver acquires the available channels from the installed transmitters, and assigns them to channel numbers. Follow this process for the addition of each new receiver, or when a receiver is replaced. After automatic programming, a receiver may be missing some channels or display incorrect programming.
20 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps To automatically program the receiver: 1. Power up the receiver. If it is connected to self-powered exercise equipment, you or an assistant will need to use the equipment. Note: If you own an optional power adapter, attach it to the self powered equipment to make programming easier. 2. Begin the automatic programming process on a receiver by pressing the Channel ▲ and Mute keys simultaneously for 3 seconds. 3.
Programming the Receiver 21 6. Once automatic programming has completed, confirm that the receiver has picked up all the available channels. Note: Automatic programming can be affected by a number of factors, including outside interference. This may cause the receiver to miss some channels or program unwanted channels. 7. To check that the receiver can clearly receive the available channels, select and then listen to each channel programmed.
22 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Table 6.
Programming the Receiver 23 To manually program the receiver: 1. Start manual programming by pressing the Channel ▼ and Mute keys simultaneously for 3 seconds. 2. When “-P” appears on the display, release both keys. Channel number 1 appears on the display. 3. Use the Channel ▲ and ▼ keys to scroll through all channels. 4. You can change the status of each channel by pressing Mute. The switched state for a channel becomes one of the following: A flashing number indicates a channel that is inactive.
24 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Troubleshooting Receivers rarely experience problems once the wireless system is installed. However, you may find the troubleshooting information in this section useful for solving the odd problem. For more information regarding customer support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit the Precor web site at http://www.precor.com. Table 7.
25 Programming the Receiver Problem Receiver What to Do No Audio Single receiver No Audio All Sound on TV or audio receivers component may be off or muted. Check that volume is increased. Replace the headphones. If this does not correct the problem, then replace the headphone jack. Check to see that your transmitter is set to the correct channel. Also, Check to make sure it has power.
26 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Replacing the Headphone Cover If necessary, this section also explains how to replace the headphone jack when a receiver no longer provides good sound quality. Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Limited Warranty. To replace the blank headphone jack: 1. Remove the headphone plug assembly from the packaging. 2.
Chapter 4 Maintenance In general, receivers require little maintenance beyond regular cleaning and periodic checks of their installations and connectors. Cleaning the Receivers Each week, clean the receivers with a mild soap and water solution. Lightly dampen a soft cloth with the solution and wipe the receiver. Do not use too much solution on the cloth or spray cleaning solution directly on receivers. Doing so could cause moisture to enter through the connector and damage the receiver.
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Chapter 5 Limited Warranty for Precor Entertainment Products PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR PRECOR PRODUCT. BY USING THE EQUIPMENT, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Limited Warranty. Precor Incorporated (“Precor”) warrants all new Precor products to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for the warranty periods set forth below. The warranty periods commence on the invoice date of the original purchase.
30 Installing and Configuring 800/900 MHz Entertainment Caps Precor’s obligations under this warranty are limited as set forth below. Warranty Periods and Coverage.
Limited Warranty for Precor Entertainment Products 31 This Limited Warranty shall not apply to: 1. Software version upgrades. 2. Normal wear and tear, consumables and cosmetic items, including, but not limited to the following: labels. 3. Repairs performed on Precor products missing a serial number or with a serial tag that has been altered or defaced. 4. Service calls to correct installation of the product or instruct owners on how to use the product. 5. Pickup and delivery involved with repairs. 6.
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Installing and Configuring Entertainment Caps 800 MHz • 900 MHz Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O.
