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Cateye Ergociser
MODEL EC-1200
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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EC-1200
How to Use This Manual
After you read the Starting up section
of this manual, assemble your Cateye
ErgociserTM and try it out . When you
get used to the machine and develop a
greater interest in it, please read the Op-
eration section in preparation to trying
the machine's numerous functions. Turn
to the Reference section whenever the
need arises.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Assembly ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
2 Installing the control unit-------------------------------------------------------------8
3 How to adjust each part------------------------------------------------------------- 10
4 Your first ride ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
5 The five programs of operation --------------------------------------------------- 14
6 Using your Cateye Ergociser
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without a data card-------------------------- 16
1 Your strength level and training index ------------------------------------------ 20
2 Aerobic power measurement (Physical fitness test)-------------------------- 24
3 Automatic training ------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
4 Isopower (constant load) training ------------------------------------------------ 30
5 Manual training ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 32
6 Hill profile training------------------------------------------------------------------- 34
7 How to make a data card ---------------------------------------------------------- 36
1 Handling the pulse (earlobe) sensor --------------------------------------------- 40
2 Troubleshooting ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 41
3 Handling/Warranty service--------------------------------------------------------- 42
4 Specifications -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43
Name of parts
CONTROL UNIT
HEART RATE
TIME
WORK RATE
Hill Profile
Preference
PRF-1, PRF-2, PRF-3
PRF-1 the Apennino
1. Attach the pulse sensor.
2. Press until desired program name flashes.
3. Press to enter the program.
SOUND ON/OFF
INSTRUCTIONS
VALUE ADJUST
EC-1200
CADENCE
TRAINING COURSE
PEDAL TORQUE
PRF-2 the Cascades
TIME
4. Press to adjust blinking digits.
5. Press to let other digits blink. Repeat 4 & 5.
6. Press to start the program.
ADVANCEMODE
PRF-3 the Pyrenees
A Pitch Sound Button
Turns on or off the pitch sound. When the
pitch sound is on, symbol appears on the
LCD.
B Value Adjust Button
Before exercise
Increases or decreases the blinking
numerical value by 1. (For pedal torque
(kg·m) by 0.1)
* When selecting the gender ,
specifies MALE, and FEMALE)
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During exercise
Increases or decreases pedal torque by
0.1kg· m, and the wattage by 5 watts.
C Mode Button
Before exercise
Used to select the program and to change
the item of data to input.
During exercise
Displays the elapsed time or the calorie
consumption alternatively.
D ADVANCE Button
Makes the program proceed to the
subsequent stage.
LCD Panel
Card Inlet
LCD Panel
Error Symbol
Maximum Oxygen Uptake
Upper Pulse Limit
Pulse Symbol
Elapsed Time
Weig ht
Calorie Consumption
Target Pulse
Target Load
Physical Work Capacity
Load Scale
(Pedal Resistance)
Time Scale
AB CD
MOU
PLL
TM
WT
EC
TPL
TLD
PWC
ml/kg•min
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kcal
kg lb
min:sec
watt
bpm
TEST
HILL
TTQ
PRF
rpm
PFL
AGE
AUTO
CONST
MANUAL
kg•m
w
kg•m
WARM
COOL
TIME
Cadence Unit
Physical Fitness Level
Age
Program Symbol
TEST------- Aerobic power measurement
AUTO ----- Automatic training
CONST ---- Isopower training
HILL ------- Hill profile training
MANUAL -
Manual training
Target Torque
Exercise Preference
Sex Distinction Symbol
(Male) (Female)
Load Scale Value
Warm Up Symbol
Cool Down Symbol
Pitch Sound Symbol
Card Symbol
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Select Switch
ON
OFF
1 2 3 4
Pulse Sensor Jack
Cable Inlet
MAIN UNIT
Control Unit
Handlebar
Lever
Cable Holder
Handlebar Post
Cable Hook
Handlebar
Saddle
Seat Post
Handlebar Post
Adjusting Knob
Crank
Pedal
Front Leg
Caster
Levelling Knob
Spring Lock Pin
AC Adapter Inlet
Power Switch
EC-1200
Rear Leg
Levelling Knob
INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for your purchase of the Model EC-l200 Cateye ErgociserTM. The
model EC-1200 is a new high-tech exerciser with a built-in computerized training system designed specifically to promote cardiovascular fitness and overall endurance, the
keystone of good health. With its endurance test program and four training programs,
the EC-1200 will help you to maintain or improve your physical strength in a fun and
pleasant way. We hope you will make good use of your Cateye ErgociserTM for years to
come.
Before using your new exerciser, please read this manual carefully. Then store it in a
safe place along with the warranty card.
FOR SAFE OPERATION
For safe use, always observe the following rules.
1. Before using the EC-1200, it is important to consult a medical specialist if you are
suffering from any of the following : heart disease (angina pectoris, myocardial infarction), hypertension, diabetes, respiratory disease (asthma, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary emphyusema, etc.), articular metamorphosis, rheumatism, gout, or other diseases and physical complaints. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before commencing a training program.
2.If you are not used to regular physical activity, it may be dangerous to suddenly engage in strenuous activity. Increase your exercise level gradually.
3.If you feel sick or sense that something is wrong with your body during exercise, stop
immediately.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this exerciser.
DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. Always unplug this AC adapter from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. An AC adapter appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use,
and before putting on or taking of parts.
2. Close supervision is necessary when this exerciser is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.
3. Use this exerciser only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended
by the manufacturer.
4. Never operate this exerciser if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped
or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the exerciser to a service center for examination and repair.
5. Do not carry this exerciser by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
6. Keep the cord away from heated surface.
7. Never operate the exerciser with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
8. Never drop or insert any object into an opening.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
11. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet
This exerciser is intended for both household and commercial use.
This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC Rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply
with the Class B limits may be attached to this computer. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result
in interference to radio and TV reception.
SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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2 Installing the control unit
3 How to adjust each part
4 Your first ride
5 The five programs of operation
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Using your Cateye Ergociser™ without a data card
Make sure all components are included in a package.
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Sensor Clip
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AC adapter
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Assembly
1. Attaching the front leg
• Remove the two screws from the respective leg pipes. The one with
casters should be used as front leg.
• Place the front leg under the front
end of the main body with casters
facing forward, and adjust the position so that the screw holes meet the
fastening points.
• Fasten the leg with the two screws
securely.
screw
Front
leg pipe
2. Attaching the rear leg
• Place the rear leg pipe under the
rear end of the main body, and adjust the position so that the screw
holes meet the fastening points.
• Fasten the leg with the two screws
securely.
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screw
Rear
leg pipe
3. Mounting the handlebar
post
• Remove the handlebar post knob.
• Insert the handlebar post into the
main body, with the post holes facing forward.
• Adjust the handlebar height so that
one of the post holes meets the post
knob screw hole, and fasten the post
knob securely. It will be easier to
screw in if you slightly lift the handlebar post.
handlebar post
tighten
loosen
handlebar post knob
4. Mounting the saddle
• Pull the spring lock pin and lift up
the seat post to a proper height for
saddle mounting.
• Mount the saddle on the seat post,
and use the wrench No.13 provided
to tighten both nuts firmly.
wrench No.13
seat post
5. Attaching the pedals
• Use the No.15 end of the spanner to
attach the pedals firmly to the
cranks.
• The right and left pedals are different, so be sure to check for R and L
marks.
• Tighten the right pedal by turning
clockwise, and the left pedal by
turning counterclockwise.
wrench No.15
crank
caster
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Front
left (L) right (R)
CAUTION: If the pedals are not
attached firmly enough to the
crank, they can cause an irritating noise. Be sure to attach
them firmly.
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Installing the control unit
1. Strength evaluation table
• By using switches No.1 and 2 in the
aerobic power measurement (physical fitness test) program, you can
change the internal tables by which
your strength is judged.
• When the Model EC-1200 Cateye
Ergociser
set for American use.
1-ON 2-OFF
American use
Evaluation table by AHA Committee: "Exercise testing and
training of apparently healthy individuals, A handbook for physicians(1972)"
1-OFF 2-ON
European use
Evaluation table by Dr.
Åstrand:"The values from P. -O.
Åstrand, Work tests with the bicycle ergometer"
1-OFF 2-OFF
Japanese use
Evaluation table by Dr.
Ikegami:"Exercise prescriptions
in theory and practice"
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leaves the factory, it is
2. Units for body weight
• Use select switch No.3 on the back
of the control unit to choose kilograms or pounds as your unit of
body weight.
NO.3-OFF -------- kg
NO.3-ON---------- lb
CAUTION: When oxygen uptake
(VO2max) is estimated in the
aerobic power measurement
(physical fitness test) program,
body weight in kg is used. If you
mistakenly assume the unit for
body, the figure given for oxygen uptake will be wrong by a
wide margin.
select switch
ON
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OFF
3. Pitch sound setting
• Use the select switch No.4 on the
back of the control unit to determine the initial setting of the pitch
sound for Aerobic Power Measurement program.
No.4 ON - Pitch sound initial
setting is ON
No.4 OFF - Pitch sound initial
setting is OFF
Remark: Even if the switch No.4
is set at OFF, you can activate
the pitch sound by pressing
the button on the control unit
to light up the symbol in the
LCD screen.
4. Installing the control unit
• Insert the cable connector into the
cable inlet on the back of the control
unit, and cover up the connector
with the connector cover.
cable inlet
cable connector
connector cover
CAUTION: Insert the cable con-
nector until it is firmly locked.
The control unit will not function properly with a partial or
faulty connection.
• Using the four screws provided,
mount the control unit on the handlebar post.
5. Installing the pulse
sensor
• Insert the pulse sensor plug into the
pulse sensor jack on the back of the
control unit, and hang the sensor
cable on the cable hook.
• During training, use the sensor clip
to take up slack in the cable and
keep the cable from moving excessively.
• When you are not using the pulse
sensor, attach it to the sensor clip.
• Attach the cable clip to your clothes
to keep the cable from swinging
around.
pulse sensor jack
pulse sensor plug
CAUTION: Handle the pulse
sensor with care. The cable
could break if strongly pulled.
Pulse sensor lenses need periodic cleaning to remove sweat
and oil deposits from skin to
work efficiently. Wipe lenses
with soft dry cloth.
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pulse (earlobe) sensor
cable hook
pulse sensor jack
select switch
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cable inlet
screw
handlebar
post
• Insert the cable holder tip into the
upper smaller hole on the handlebar
post, to hold the cable in place.
cable
holder
smaller hole
cable hook
sensor clip
cable clip
Attaching the pulse (earlobe) sensor
Firmly clip the pulse sensor to the center of
your either earlobe. If you are wearing an ear
ring, put it off.
pulse (earlobe) sensor
cable holder
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