Specifications
6) Operating the Programs
6.1 MANUAL OPERATION
MATRIX design makes using the programs as easy as one touch of a button. During Quick Start
or Manual operation the Manual Run Time Screen will appear.
QUICK START Prepare to start and press QUICK START to begin workout.
Program will use the default settings for Time and weight. Any program change during the
users workout will start at Level 1.
MANUAL PROGRAM Allows the user to enter desired time, level, and weight.
STEP 1 Select Manual program button on left of panel.
Press ENTER or wait 3 seconds.
NOTE Selecting START will start program using remaining default values.
STEP 2 Select Time by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys.
When finished Press
ENTER
NOTE Selecting START will start program using remaining default values.
STEP 3 Select Weight by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys.
STEP 4 Press START to begin workout.
Treadmill will Flash “Starting 3..2..1” Then the belt will start moving.
6.2 OPERATING LEVEL BASED PROGRAMS
The MATRIX treadmill offers versatile programs to keep the user motivated.
The following Instructions will guide the user through simple steps to select
INTERVALS,
ROLLING, FAT BURN,
and RANDOM programs.
Press RANDOM multiple times for other profiles.
STEP 1 Select INTERVALS, ROLLING, FAT BURN, or RANDOM program from the program
button on left of panel.
Press
ENTER or wait 3 seconds.
NOTE Selecting START will start program using remaining default values.
STEP 2 Select Time by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys. When finished Press ENTER or
wait 3 seconds.
NOTE Selecting ST
ART
will star
t program using remaining default values.
STEP 3 Select Level by using UP or DOWN arrow keys. The user can change the level at any
time during workout. When finished, Press ENTER or Wait 3 seconds.
NOTE Selecting ST
ART
will star
t program using remaining default values.
STEP 4 Select Weight by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys.
STEP 5 Press START to begin workout.
Treadmill will Flash “Starting 3..2..1” Then the belt will start moving.
6.3 HEART RATE CONTROLLED PROGRAMS
CAUTION If you feel light headed or are having chest pains stop immediately and consult a
physician.
USING THE HEART RATE HANDLES
Heart rate can be received by holding onto the Heart Rate Handles for 10 Seconds. The users
hand must touch both metal tabs on each handle to get an accurate reading. This technolo-
gy will work for 85% of the population. Not everyone can get an accurate reading from the
grips.
USING A POLAR TELEMETRY STRAP
Matrix Fitness Systems treadmills are equipped for the user to use a Polar compatible heart
rate chest strap. These can be purchased at fitness equipment retail stores. Please follow
instructions provided by the manufacture for wearing the chest strap.
HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAM
Follow these easy Steps to enter into the Heart Rate Program. Heart rate is controlled by
either speed or elevation and will maintain the user at the target percentage the user has
selected based on age.
STEP 1 Select TARGET HR program button on left of panel.
STEP 2 Select TIME by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys or the number keypad on
the T5 treadmill. When finished Press ENTER or wait 5 seconds.
STEP 3 Select AGE by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys or the number keypad on
the T5 treadmill. When finished Press ENTER or wait 5 seconds.
STEP 4 Select PERCENTAGE OF MAXIMUM HEART RATE by using the UP or DOWN arrow
keys or the number keypad on the T5 treadmill.
Per
centage of maximum heart rate is determined by the following formula.
(220 Beats Per Minute – Age) Selected Per
centage
Example (220 – 30)65% = 123 Beats Per Minute
SELECT FROM 50% TO 80% IN 5 % INCREMENTS.
STEP 5 Select HR PROGRAM TYPE by using the UP or DOWN arrow keys select the active
variable Speed or Elevation that will be used to contr
ol the users heart rate.
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