CARDIOSPORT 7SF Wireless Bike Computer for Indoor Exercise Bike Installation Guide

CARDIOSPORT 7SF Wireless Bike Computer for Indoor Exercise Bike

Product Information

The GOLD, SILVER & BRONZE Indoor Bike Console is a fitness device that provides users with information about their workouts. It is equipped with a cadence sensor and is ANT+ certified, ensuring compatibility with ANT+ compatible devices. The console has a clear protective cover to prevent scratches and is powered by three AAA batteries.

Certifications:

• Federal Communication Commission (FCC) – Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
• EU Declaration of Conformity – Complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC

Contact Information:

Healthcare Technology Ltd
Dragoon House Hussar Court
Waterlooville Hampshire PO7 7SF

United Kingdom
Customer Support: Tel: +44 (0)23 9225 7388,
Email: sales@cardiosport.com

Product Usage Instructions

Setting up the console and cadence sensor:

1. Remove the console and SOLO cadence sensor from the box.

2. Remove the battery cover of the console and install two AAA batteries inside, leaving the third battery out for now.

3. Remove the battery door on the SOLO cadence sensor and remove the battery isolator sticker.

4. Reattach the battery door by rotating it clockwise following the arrows.

5. Rotate the sensor to see a Blue and Red LED flash, indicating that the sensor is awake and ready to pair.

6. Press and hold any of the 4 buttons on the console, then insert the third AAA battery to enter setup mode. All digits in the LCD display will light up.

7. Remove the protective clear cover from the console by peeling it slowly from the edges.
   Pairing the cadence sensor:

8. Press the Set button on the console to show E01 in the top display and CAD in the middle display.

9. Press the Set button again to show E01 in the top display, CAD in the middle display, and a 4-digit code in the bottom display.

10. Press the mode button to pair the cadence sensor. The display will show CAD in the middle display, 0 in the top RPM display, andthe 4-digit code in the bottom display. This code is the ANT+ ID for the cadence sensor. If you rotate the sensor or attach it to the crank arm of the bike, RPM data will be shown in the top display.
    Additional settings:

11. Press the button to switch between displaying distance in kilometers (KM) or miles.

12. Use the up (II/) or down (/) buttons to change from KM to Miles or vice versa.

13. Press the Set button to confirm the selected distance unit.

GOLD, SILVER & BRONZE
INDOOR BIKE CONSOLE INSTALLATION GUIDE

CERTIFICATIONS
Federal Communication Commission Interference 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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Cardiosport could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment

FCC ID: QSWASPDCS
EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
This console is ANT+ certified.

NOTE: The users’ device must be ANT+ compatible and capable of receiving the data files broadcast by the ANT+ chip. Users should consult with the documentation for their device, or check the ANT+ website at www.thisisant.com for compatibility.

Contact Information
Healthcare Technology Ltd
Dragoon House
Hussar Court
Waterlooville
Hampshire
PO7 7SF
United Kingdom

Customer Support
You can contact our customer support service by phone and email: Phone Tel: +44 (0)23 9225 7388
Email: sales@cardiosport.com

Setting up the console and cadence sensor

1. Remove the console and SOLO cadence sensor for the box.

2. Remove the battery cover – install TWO of the AAA batteries inside the console (do not install the third battery yet)

3. Remove the battery door on the SOLO cadence sensor. Then remove the battery isolator sticker.

4. After removing the sticker reattach the battery door by rotating the door clockwise following the arrows.

5. If you rotate the sensor you will see a Blue and Red LED flash. This means the sensor is awake and ready to pair.

6. Press and hold any of the 4 buttons on the console and insert the third AAA battery to enter setup mode. All digits in the LCD display will light up. (see Figure 3)

7. The screen has a protective clear cover to prevent scratches. To remove the cover peel slowly from the edges of the console.

8. Press the Set button which will show E01 in the top display and CAD in the middle display (see Figure 4).

9. Press the Set button again which will show E01 in the top display and CAD in the middle display and 0000 or a 4 digit code in the bottom (see Figure 5).

10. Press the mode button to pair the cadence sensor. The display will show CAD in the middle display, 0 in the top RPM display and the 4 digit code in the bottom display will appear. This is the ANT+ ID for the cadence sensor (see Figure 6). If you keep rotating the cadence sensor or attach to the crank arm of the bike, RPM data will be shown in the top display.

11. Next press the button and the screen will display KM and Miles
    (Figure 7). To change from KM to Miles use the up (►II/▲) or down (♀/▼) buttons.

12. Press the Set button and select distance in kilometres (KM) or miles

13. Press the Set button again to complete setup and begin exercise.
    NOTE: Once the pairing has been completed, the code is stored in the on board memory so that the code is retained during a battery change, avoiding the need to re-pair.

Place the rubber gasket on the back of the console

Attach the cadence sensor to the bike crank arm

1. If you are using the rubber rings to attach the sensor to the crank arms, select the length that best fits the crank arm width. The tighter the fit, the more secure the sensor will be.
2. Attach the rubber ring to the hook with the small indication arrow until the rubber band fits tightly inside the hook. Place the thin rubber base under the sensor pod and place the sensor on the inside of the crank arm midway from the pedal and crank spindle. Then wrap the rubber band around the crank arm and attach to the opposite hook on the sensor pod mount.
3. Attach halfway on the inside crank arm. Depending on the clearance between the crank arm and bike, you may need to install on the outside of the crank arm.

Pairing a Heart Rate Monitor with the console

1. Power up the console by pressing any button.

2. Wet the heart rate monitor chest strap sensors slightly and attach securely around your chest.

3. Move the heart rate monitor within 30cm 12inch of the console.

4. Press and hold the Set button This will display the heart rate and ANT+ symbol in the middle screen (See Figure 10).

5. For automatic pairing, press the Mode button The 4 lines will start to rotate as the console searches for the heart rate monitor. Wait up 30 seconds and the bottom screen will display a four digit code below the heart rate (see Figure 11). In order to pair the heart rate monitor to the console, you must be wearing the monitor, and be within 12 inch. (30 cm) of the ANT+ symbol on the console.

6. Once the heart rate monitor has been paired to the console, press the Set button to input personal data settings. The console comes with the following three settings set to the following defaults:

   • Age (AGE): 30 (see Figure 12)
   • Ambient heart rate* (AHR): 70 bpm (see Figure 13)
   • Weight (WT): 70 kg / 154 lbs (see Figure 14)
     Ambient heart rate is your normal heart rate during the day when going about day-to-day activities, but not exercising.

7. In the age screen use the Up (►II/▲) or Down (♀/▼) button to set age. When complete, press the Set button to move to the ambient heart rate screen.

8. In the ambient heart rate screen use the Up (►II/▲) or Down (♀/▼) button to set ambient heart rate. When complete, press the Set button to move to the weight screen.

9. In the weight screen use the Up (►II/▲) or Down (♀/▼) button to set weight.
   The weight values in both units will adjust simultaneously. When complete, press the Set button to Complete Setup and return to work out screen (see Figure 15).

10. Setup is now complete. The personal data will be stored in the console memory for as long as the console is powered up. The data can be changed at any time during the exercise session by pressing and holding the Set button

11. After completing the steps to pair the cadence sensor to the console, install the third battery and close the battery bay cap.
    The heart rate transmitter must be paired whenever the console is powered on and before the exercise session in order to achieve accurate data for the session. The console will shut off after five minutes of non-activity. When the console shuts off, the personal data values return to their default values. The values must be set prior to the start of each new exercise session if the console has been shut off.

Mounting the Console to the Bike

A universal handle bar mount is provided that attaches to the back on the console using the provided screws.

1. Attach the mount assembly to the back of the console using the 3 M5 hex head screws. If your mount assembly is supplied with a rubber gasket then fit the gasket before attaching the mount assembly to the bike console.

The universal single loop mount is compatible with nearly all brands and styles of indoor bikes and is the mount supplied unless specified. If this mount does not fit securely on the handle bars, extra rubber spacers can be supplied upon request.

Using the Cycling Console

Press the Set button to start and finish and exercise.
The console’s main screen is divided into three sections:

• RPM (top)
• HEART RATE (middle)
• TRAINING (bottom)

RPM
The RPM display shows the following data (see Figure 17):

• RPM: Cadence (rotational speed) of the crank
• AVG RPM: Average RPM of the training session
• Low battery indicator

HEART RATE
The HEART RATE display shows the following data (see Figure 18):

• Heart Rate in beats per minute
• %MHR: Percent of maximum heart rate, calculated using the formula 220-AGE to estimate maximum heart rate
• AVG: Average heart rate for the training session

TRAINING
The training display shows the following data (see Figure 19):

• Training session time
• Training session KCAL (Calories)
• Training session distance travelled. Distance is calculated based upon the revolutions of the flywheel, and is calculated from the RPMs.

1. To start a training session, press the Start (►II/▲) button. This will start the timer. The timer must be running in order to measure KCAL and distance.

2. To pause a training session press the pause (►II/▲) button.

3. To reset the training session timer, press and hold the Mode button

4. To cycle through the data display, press the Mode button

5. To activate the scan feature, press the Mode button three times.
   When the scan feature is activated, the display will cycle through the data at three second intervals.

6. To deactivate the scan feature press the Mode button

7. To illuminate the backlight press the Light button. The light button will illuminate for five seconds then turn off. This setting cannot be changed.

When powered on, the console will remain on for five minutes with no activity.

Maintenance

We strongly recommend performing the regular daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance actions outlined below in the Table. If any items need replacement, contact Core Health & Fitness Customer Support at 800-503-1221 for North America, or go to support.startrac.com to find contact information for locations outside North America.

D = Daily, W = Weekly, M = Monthly

each use.
|  |  | Using a soft, non-abrasive cloth and mild spray cleanser, clean console. Never use abrasive cleaning liquids, cleaning liquids with an oil base,ammonia, or alcohol when cleaning the console
 | |  | Inspect each console for loose parts or fasteners. Adjust as necessary
 | |  | Remove and replace any consoles that are damaged or deemed unsafe
 |  | | Inspect all components for any damaged pieces that need to be replaced.
 |  | | Replace batteries when low-battery icon appears in the top section of the screen. Always use high-quality AAA alkaline batteries.
 |  | | Inspect the cadence sensor transmitter and magnet to ensure they are in place and working properly.

Note: Depending on the amount of use, some actions may need to be performed more frequently.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I turn the console off?
   The console does not have a button to turn it off. It shuts down after five minutes of inactivity.

2. Do I require a heart rate monitor to see Calories (KCAL)
   Yes, an ANT+ heart rate monitor is required to detect Calories (KCAL) during exercise.
   NOTE: Using the console’s default settings may not accurately represent your own caloric expenditure.

3. What are the console’s default personal data settings?
   Default age is 30, ambient heart rate 70, weight 70kg.

4. Why is cadence not appearing?
   Check to see if the cadence sensor has paired correctly. See page 5 for pairing instructions. If this still doesn’t work replace the CR2032 coin cell battery and repeat the pairing process.

5. What is ambient heart rate (AHR)?
   Ambient heart rate (AHR) is your normal heart rate during the day when you are going about your day-to-day activities, but not engaged in exercise or other physical activities that would cause your heart rate to rise. You can measure your ambient heart rate console you are sitting and reading a book, watching TV, working on the console, etc. Take your ambient heart rate measurement three times over three days to determine your average ambient heart rate. Ambient heart rate for the general population is between 70 and 80 beats per minute, and for highly trained athletes can be as low as 40 to 60 beats per minute.

6. How does ambient heart rate (AHR) differ from resting heart rate (RHR)?
   Resting heart rate (RHR) is your heart rate when you are in a complete state of rest. It is usually taken in the morning after waking and before arising from bed. Whereas ambient heart rate (AHR) is your normal heart rate during the day as you are going about your normal day-to-day activities.

7. In the Heart Rate display, what is %MHR?
   The console will automatically determine your estimated maximal heart rate (MHR) when you input your personal data during the setup. The %MHR display indicates exercise intensity using the formula 220-age to represent maximum heart rate, and then current heart rate as a percentage of the maximum.

8. What do I do if the console is not picking up my heart rate?

   • Make sure the heart rate strap is fitted snugly at the bottom of your ribcage and that the sensors are slightly moistened.
   • Follow the instructions on page 8 to pair your heart rate strap to the console.
   • Try changing the battery in your heart rate strap.
   • Check the distance between your heart rate strap and the console when pairing. You must be within 12 in. (30 cm) in order to pair.

9. Which heart rate monitors are compatible with the console?
   Any ANT+ heart rate monitor is compatible.

10. Why is the console not scanning between time, KCAL, and distance?
    The SCAN feature must be activated by pressing the Mode ( ) button three times. When the feature is activated, SCAN will appear on the screen, and the console will cycle through the data at three second intervals.

11. Why is the console timer not working?
    You must press the Start (►II/▲) button to start the timer.

12. What is the life of the batteries, and what factors affect the life of the batteries?
    Battery life varies widely depending on use, brand of battery and will depend on frequency of use. Excessive use of the backlight will decrease battery life.

13. What batteries do the console and cadence sensor transmitter use?
    The console requires three AAA alkaline batteries. The cadence sensor transmitter requires one CR2032 coin cell battery.

14. Can I display the data from the console on an external leader board system?
    Only the Gold console can transmit training data in ANT+ to an external leader board system that is connected to a North Pole Engineering WASP receiver. The cadence and heart rate transmitters can broadcast RPM and BPM data any ANT+ and Bluetooth external systems.
    The Bronze and Silver console is not capable of transmitting data.

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Installation Guide

References

• Cardiosport: Heart Rate Monitors, Bike Computers and Sensors
• Cardiosport: Heart Rate Monitors, Bike Computers and Sensors
• The Wireless Sensor Network Solution - THIS IS ANT
• The Wireless Sensor Network Solution - THIS IS ANT

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