Life Fitness LF Connect Puck User Guide
- July 12, 2024
- Life Fitness
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LF Connect Puck
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Product Specifications
- Product Name: Puck 3.1
- BLE Chipset: NRF51 from Nordic Semiconductors
- Main Markets: FCC, IC, CE, ICASA, Japanese market
- Operating Temperature: 10 to 45 degrees Celsius
- Operating Humidity: 20% to 80%
Product Usage Instructions
General Description
The Puck 3.1 is a part of the Connected Gym system. It includes
proximity sensors and operates using BLE technology.
Product Pictures
Refer to the product manual for detailed pictures of the Puck
3.1, including front, back, and inside views.
Mechanics
For information on the mechanical stack-up and parts
descriptions, please refer to the documentation.
Label Sample and Location
The Puck 3.1 comes with a label containing regulatory
information and a placeholder for a QR code with the product serial
number. The EU representative address is located on the backside of
the puck.
FAQ
What are the main features of the Puck 3.1?
The Puck 3.1 is equipped with BLE technology, proximity sensors,
and is certified for various markets including FCC, IC, CE, ICASA,
and Japanese market.
Can the Puck 3.1 operate in extreme temperatures?
The Puck 3.1 has an operating temperature range of 10 to 45
degrees Celsius, suitable for typical gym environments.
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Table of Contents 1 General Description ……………………………………………………… 2 2 Product
Pictures ………………………………………………………….. 3 2.1 Puck …………………………………………………………………………… 3 3
Block Diagram ……………………………………………………………… 4 4 Main Markets
……………………………………………………………….. 5 5 Environmental Data ………………………………………………………. 5 6
Mechanics …………………………………………………………………… 6 7 Label Sample and Location
……………………………………………. 7 8 FCC Statement …………………………………………………………….. 8 9 Other
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General description
Below is a general description of the Connected Gym system which the puck
belongs to.
Introduction · Connected gym: digitize a gym without replacing the equipment
the sensors can be retrofitted on all major gym machine brands. · The LF
Connect app provides motivation and inspiration for the users. The user can
forget about pen and paper and just get going. The users simply touch their
phone to a sensor on a connected machine to record their reps and sets. · PT:s
can create exercises with video instructions and share their programs with its
client
The connected gym systems includes:
· an application (LF Connect app) to be used during workouts for Android and
iPhone
· sensors (main units) which are mounted on the top weight packs · ID touch
points (pucks) which is mounted easily accessible for the user on the
machines · a web application to run in a web browser for the gym and the PT to
administrate
the system · observers to be installed centrally in the gym connected to
internet via WiFi · holders that can be mounted on machines for the purpose to
place the phone
during an exercise · an application to be used during installation on the gym
(Android) · zone pucks used in the free weight areas to give fast access to
free weight
exercises · a reception puck, for customization of the connected gym
application for the gyms · Marketing material/Announcements
This document is covering the Puck 3.1
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Product pictures
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Figur 1 PUCK 3.1 product front
Figur 2 PUCK 3.1 product back
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Figur 3PUCK 3.1 inside view (Puck_Base_CG30removed)
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Block diagram
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Figur 4 Puck Block diagram
The NRF51 is a BLE chipset from Nordic Semiconductors
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Proxy stands for “Proximity sensor”
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Main markets
The Main Unit is certified for FCC, IC, CE, ICASA and Japanese market. Other
markets can be supported by performing additional local type approval.
Environmental data
The normal temperature and humidity operating range of both devices is
conditioned by typical gym environments. Temperature 10 to 45 degrees Celsius
Humidity 20 % to 80%
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Mechanics
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Figur 5 Puck mechanical stack up
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Label sample and location
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A label with regulatory information will be taped inside the puck (fig.6a) while the address to the EU representative will be placed on the backside (fig.6b).
The black and white square is a place holder for a QR code with the product S/N number.
Figure 6a Puck label
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8 FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if no installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the use is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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 the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
English: This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
French:
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes :
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio électrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
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Other
Model number of the main unit PK Model name of the main unit Puck
Applicant details Life Fitness
Manufacturer details Life Fitness
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