Star Trac Fitness™ Spinning® Computer User Manual Installation, Service and Instructor Education
Table of Contents FCC Regulatory Statements _________________________________________________ Parts List _______________________________________________________________ Marketing Statement Regarding Heart Rate ____________________________________ Specifications ____________________________________________________________ How it Works ____________________________________________________________ Computer Window and Buttons ______________________________________________ Installing or Replacing Batteries_______
FCC Regulatory Statements 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 interference 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.
Parts List ® All 727-0083 Spinning Computer Kits include: Part Number for re-order Qua ntity 727-0083 Spinning ® Computer Kit 1 Spinning Computer 1 Mounting Bracket 1 V2 Bracket Mounting Insert 1 Pro Bracket Mounting Insert 727-0084-KT 1 Cadence Sensor 727-0094 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1 4 1 1 1 1 Cadence Magnet AA Panasonic Batteries ® Spinning Computer Manual M5 Allen Assembly Tool M2 Allen Assembly Tool M6x30 Computer Clamp Screw for Rhino Horn 727-0093-KT Mounting Bracket Kit Description ®
Marketing Statement Regarding Heart Rate arketing Statement Regarding Heart Rate Acquisition on the Star Trac Spinning® Computer: tar Trac takes the acquisition and accuracy of heart rate very seriously and has developed a system to erform to the best ability that technology will allow.
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.
Specifications Computer: Heart Rate Range: Battery: Battery life expectancy: Approximately 30” From computer to users HR chest strap Qty 4 each AA Alkaline 1 year (depending on use and backlight usage) Cadence Sensor: Battery: Battery life expectancy: Distance to magnet: Lithium CR2032 Approximately 2.
How it Works How does the Spinning computer work? he 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 stra 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.
Computer Window and Buttons ® tart pedaling then press any button to turn on the Spinning Computer; the following data will be splayed: ® 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 miles 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.
Installing or Replacing Batteries me required: 5 Minutes arts required: 4 new AA alkaline batteries ools required: Slotted or Phillips screwdriver Low Battery Indicator ote: The batteries in the computer will last approximately year depending on usage. he cadence sensor battery will last approximately 2.5 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.
Installing or Replacing Batteries – cont’d 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.
Do I need to Re-sync? : 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. erform the Syncing process after checking all of the following: • • • • • Do the serial numbers on the cadence sensor and the computer match? o If 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.
Testing for RPM me required: Less then 5 Minutes arts required: N/A ools required: N/A TEST 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.
Syncing Mode yncing Process: ools required: Coin (penny, dime, etc.) or similar item to remove battery cover teps to Syncing: ® Removing the battery lid on the backside of the Spinning Computer and insert or replace th 4 AA batteries. 2. Once the batteries are installed, press any button and the display window will go into the orkout mode.
Syncing Process – cont’d 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 buttons for several seconds until the window displays “Conn“ Sync Mode window 6. Remove the cadence sensor battery and place it back in correctly (battery face will be right side up). 7. Replace the battery cover on the cadence sensor.
Syncing Process – cont’d 8. With the computer window still displaying “Conn” hold the magnet about 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) 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.
Setup Mode ® Spinning Computer is pre-set with a gear ratio 2 and a setting display distance in miles. It is so pre-set with recommended default settings for the length of time the backlight will stay on when ctivated and the length of time summary information will be displayed. You can make changes to ese settings by following the steps below. (You will first need to install 4 AA batteries in the omputer.
Setup Mode- cont’d • 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.
Setup Mode- cont’d • 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.
Installation of Cadence Sensor and Magnet – All Spinners® Before the cadence sensor is securely fastened to the flywheel support, it must be adjusted so that it is about 5 mm (.20 in) from the magnet face. Install the magnet on the flywheel so that it aligns with the arrow on the end of the cadence sensor. Note the distance between th end of the cadence sensor and the magnet face. Remove the cadence bracket and adjust the distance by pulling or pushing the cadence sensor bracket.
Mounting Computer On Handlebars - V-Bikes me required: 15 Minutes arts required: ® 727-0083 Spinning Computer Kit NOTE: The thick insert is used on the V-Bikes ools required: M5 Allen Wrench M2 Allen Wrench Place the thick insert inside the bottom part of the Mounting Bracket Clamp. Position the mounting bracket onto the center-curved portion of the handlebars. Once positioned correctly, tighten the 4 M6x20 screws using the M5 Allen tool.
Mounting Computer On Handlebars - Pro 5800 / 6800 / Elite 5900 me required: 15 Minutes arts required: ® 727-0083 Spinning Computer Kit Note: The thin spacer is used on Pro 5800 / 6800 and Elite 5900 bikes. ools required: M5 Allen Wrench M2 Allen Wrench Place the thin insert inside the bottom part of the Mounting Bracket Clamp. Then position the mounting bracket onto the center-curved portion of the handlebars. Once positioned correctly, tighten the 4 M6x20 screws using the M5 Allen tool.
Mounting Computer On Handlebars - Elite 6900 and NXT 7000 me required: 15 Minutes arts required: 727-0083 Spinning® Computer Kit Note: The inserts and mounting bracket are not used on the Elite 6900 or NXT 7000. ools required: M5 Allen Wrench M2 Allen Wrench 1. Install the mounting bracket to the center flat section of the handlebar by slightly prying the computer bracket clamp open. 2. Secure clamp down by tightening the M6x20 screw and M6 nut.
Maintenance Checklist FAQ’s Preventative and Troubleshooting Maintenance tar Trac strongly recommends performing the regular daily, weekly and monthly preventive aintenance routines outlined below. If any items need replacement contact the Star Trac Custome upport Department at 800-503-1221 or 1-714-669-1660. Daily W= Weekly M= Monthly W M Procedure Daily maintenance of the computer will determine its life of the computer by how consistently it is performed.
o o o Press any button. Pedal the bike and then press any button. Check batteries in computer. No heart rate o Is the user wearing a Polar® “Coded” HR chest strap? o Moisten the strap and wear it against the skin. o The battery in the strap might be low, try another strap. o Stay in Syncing position for 15 seconds. Note: It may take 15 seconds (or more) the computer to obtain a heart rate signal from a chest strap. Heart rate drops out o Rider may not have held forward position for 15 seconds.
FAQ’s and Troubleshooting – cont’d Battery light does not stay on long enough o Change the BLON time (see page 6). No RPM o Is the magnet on the left side of the flywheel and aligned with the cadence sensor o Sync up the computer and cadence unit and wait 60 seconds. o Check the battery in the cadence sensor. o If pedaling exceeds 120 RPM, the computer will flash the 120 value until rpm’s decrease.
Spinning® Instructor Education Instructor Education adence, Resistance And Intensity: nderstanding the relationship between cadence, resistance and intensity is the key to Spinning® ogram classes that meet training goals. By using the Spinner® computer, you will become more oficient at increasing power, gaining efficient leg speed and mastering the relationship between eal resistance and heart rate intensity.
nergy Zones™: he Spinning Energy Zones are the foundation of heart rate training in the Spinning® program. Each nergy Zone™ is a type of training based on exercise intensity (indicated by heart rate). Energy Zone™ covery ndurance trength terval ace Day Intensity Range 50% to 65% of MHR 65% to 75% of MHR 75% to 85% of MHR 65% to 92% of MHR 80% to 92% of MHR Purpose Relaxation and energy accumulation. Improves muscular endurance and mental stamina. Raises metabolism, burns fat, increases energy.
CADENCE FUNDAMENTALS What Is Cadence? adence is defined as the number of times the pedals revolve per minute, also known as RPM f volutions per minute. The safest, most efficient and most realistic cadences are 80–110 RPM for a at road and 60–80 RPM for a hill. These ranges are based on studying the cadences of elite cyclist s well as understanding how the muscles work together to turn the pedals in the most efficient anner. adence Range for Flat Roads: 80-110 RPM.
It Good To Pedal Faster Than 110 RPM? hose who have a high power to resistance ratio may occasionally attain these leg speeds. This eans they have the ability to overcome resistance through strength and speed. The rare, highly killed Spinning® enthusiast (often cyclists) who have mastered a smooth pedal stroke and who nderstand the dynamics of cadence can pedal faster than 110 rpm for 1-3 minutes. A high erformance sprint, used judiciously in ride profiles may require cadences over 110 rpm for 10-20 econds.
s not dangerous to exceed 80 RPM on a hill, but for extended periods it will likely raise the rider’s tensity too high and won’t achieve the strength benefits of climbing. It is all right to exceed 80 RPM r brief periods, such as in a standing climb for the last 10-20 seconds. The rider intensity will crease dramatically, so make sure one has planned for this in his/her profile. he lower limit of 60 RPM on a hill is for safety reasons.
ps For Choosing An Appropriate Cadence And Resistance: • Warm-Up. The first ten minutes of a Spinning ride are critical for establishing proper cadence. With no resistance during warm-up, one may tend to pedal too quickly thus raising the heart rates prematurely. During the warm-up, it’s important to work on cadence by keeping intensity under control (65% or less). Use the warm-up to establish smooth cadence and gradually establish a balanced intensity.
Relationship Between Cadence And Resistance: adence, resistance and intensity are interrelated. For any given intensity, there is a correlated adence and resistance combination. In other words, if one knows the intensity (heart rate) he/she to exercise at, and selects the cadence at which to ride, he/she can find the right resistance to et to that intensity. Or if given a target intensity and target cadence, one can dial in the right amoun resistance.
4. Find a tough climb without exceeding 85% MHR. Continue adding resistance until one feels the need to rise out of the saddle in a standing climb. (Outdoors, cyclists stand on a climb when the road becomes steeper.) Maintain a cadence of 70–75 RPM. Play with these three variables, finding the right combination to meet the parameters. If cadence picks up too fast, one will have to increase the resistance.
ext, add a little hill while maintaining the same intensity. Remain seated and ride a progressively eeper hill by gradually adding resistance every 3-4 minutes. Try to maintain the same intensity of 0%. In order to do so, one will have to slow his/her legs down as the hill becomes steeper. Ride at 0, 75, 70, 65 and 60 RPM. If one cannot maintain the intensity he/she should ride at the last adence where he/she could. ow for the hard part—transition to a standing climb.
adders: adders are a progressive increase or decrease in one of the following variables: cadence, resistanc intensity. This drill is best employed using seated or standing flats and seated or standing climbs. umps do not work well for ladders. One can use a combination of the following drills in any profile: Constant cadence with increasing resistance in a seated flat or standing flat. The terrain gradually becomes a hill. Constant resistance with increasing cadence, in a seated or standing position.
ext, try this over 60 seconds, raising the cadence 2 RPM every 4 seconds. eated Climbs: Climb at 60 RPM with enough resistance to bring the intensity to 75%. Gradually crease the cadence to 80 RPM over 60 seconds. If possible, use 85% MHR as a ceiling. One may ave to try this several times to find a hill that allows him/her to stay within the desired intensity. Onc ing 80 RPM, hold this cadence for progressively longer periods. (15, 30, 45 and 60 seconds).
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pinning® Ride Profile: his Strength Energy Zone™ ride takes a rider on three hills, each one a little longer, steeper and erefore more difficult. For the first hill, attempt to keep the heart rate at 80% max. Allow heart rate rise to 85% with the second and third hills. apsed Time 5:00 Duration 5 min Movement/Cadence Seated Flat 80-110 RPM Intensity 50-65% MHR Technique Warm up for 5 minutes and allow heart rate to rise up to 65% MHR.
23:00 3 min Seated Flat 90-100 RPM 75% MHR Unload resistance and increase cadence to 90 RPM . Find the right resistance to maintain a heart rate effort at 75%. 35:00 12 min Seated Climb 60-80 RPM 80-85 MHR Add resistance to moderate/heavy and combine al three movements in any combination. Example: 2 min seated, 1 min jumps, 2 min standing, 3 min seated, 2 min jumps, 2 min standing. 50-65% MHR Decrease resistance to light and allow HR to come down to 50-65%.
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