CycleOps PowerTap SLC+, PowerTap Elite+, PowerTap 2.4+, PowerTap SL+, PowerTap Pro+ User Manual
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USER GUIDE
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Copyright
Copyright 2008. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, photographed,
reproduced, translated, transmitted electronically or placed on digital media without the prior
written consent of Saris Cycling Group, Inc.
Trademarks
Saris Cycling Group, Inc , PowerTap and the PowerTap logo, are all registered trademarks of
Saris Cycling Group, Inc. All other product, brand, or trade names used in this manual may be
trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
Modifications
Saris Cycling Group, Inc reserves the right to make improvements
and/or updates to the products described herein at any time
without notice.
FCC Statement of Compliance:
Statement of Compliance for FCC and Industry Canada:
"This device complies with Industry Canada and 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."
The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance with FCC regulations (the manufacturer) could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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 normal installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Saris Cycling Group, Inc.
Model #: PTHUBTT3
Contains Transmitter SL24TT3
IC:6459A-SL24TT3
FCC ID: T8P-SL24TT3
Model #: CPU +
Contains IC: 6459A-SL2P401
FCC ID: T8P-SL2P401
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About This User Guide
Thank you for your purchase of the CycleOps PowerTap, the ultimate performance measurement tool. No other product allows you to apply the basic principles of endurance training.
With an accurate measure of intensity, you can precisely balance the stress of training and
your body’s response.
This User Guide describes the proper use and maintenance of your CycleOps PowerTap. For
more information about training and performance please go to www.cycleops.com.
DEFINITIONS
Bold
Letters - Bring special attention to important points and that should be read and under-
stood prior to using the PowerTap.
Italicized Letters - Indicate reference to another section of the manual where further explanations are found.
This user guide describes the functions of the CycleOps PowerTap and the information provided may not apply to previous PowerTap models. For the most current User Guide available please consult
www.cycleops.com.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 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 receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit difference from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Table of Contents
About this User Guide
Important Precautions.....5
System Overview.....7
The PowerTap System.....7
Preparing for Installation.....7
Compatibility.....8
Wheel Building.....8
System Installation.....9
General Computer Operation.....11
Display Levels.....11
Display Modes.....11
Buttons.....11
Clearing Data.....12
Finding Sensors.....13
Power Conservation.....13
Computer Navigation.....14
Power Function.....14
Torque Function.....15
Zero Torque.....15
Speed Function.....16
Multi-Function.....17
Time in Zones.....20
Peak Power.....21
Interval Mode.....21
Interval Memory Mode.....22
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Computer Setup.....23
Computer Setup Main Menu.....23
Computer Setup 1.....24
Computer Setup 2.....27
Computer Setup 3.....28
Computer Setup 4.....29
Computer Setup 5..... 31
ANT+Sport.....33
Maintenance & Specifications.....34
Bearings.....34
Freehub.....34
Freehub Replacement.....35
Computer Batteries.....37
Technical Specifications.....37
Range of Measurement.....37
Hub Batteries.....38
Battery Replacement.....38
Test Mode.....39
Trouble Shooting.....41
Warr anty.....42
Procedures.....43
Glossary.....44
PowerTap SL Computer Navigation.....45
Important Precautions:
• Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician.
• Keep your eyes on the road. Do not
become overly engaged with the PowerTap display.
We recommend familiarizing yourself with computer functions while stationary.
• The computer, chest strap, and hub are water resistant, not
water proof. Avoid sustained water
contact and do not deliberately place the PowerTap or its components in water or under high-
pressure sprays.
•
Avoi d spraying the unit directly with solvent mixture. Do not use thinner or other solvents to
clean parts.
• If you are not familiar with bike maintenance please contact a professional bicycle mechanic
before servicing. The power measuring components of the PowerTap are highly complex and
should only be serviced by Saris Cycling Group.
• The plastic battery cover on the hub should be removed only when replacing batteries.
Repeated disassembly may compromise the effectiveness of the O-ring seals. O- rings should be
inspected and replaced if necessary whenever the battery cover is removed. Use a light
coating of grease when reinstalling the battery cover on the O-rings.
•
During the course of repair do not remove the torque tube. There are no serviceable parts
inside. Special tools are required for reassembly and calibration. If problems are suspected
contact Saris Cycling Group directly at 800-783-7257 (001 608 274 6550).
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Important Precautions, cont.
• The PowerTap wheel does not include a quick release skewer.
• Failure to adhere to these precautions may cause premature failure or incorrect operation of
the unit and may void the warranty. Please register your PowerTap at www.cycleops.com.
IMPORTANT:
For your safety, t
he non-drive side of the PowerTap hub must be built with at least a 2x lacing
pattern. Because of the patented PowerTap design, torque is transferred through the hub to the
non-drive side. Failure to adhere to this precaution will void the warranty.
MTB DISC ONLY
Warnings:
Rotor may become very hot during use. Avoid contact during and directly after riding.
Rotor may contain sharp edges. Avoid contact while the wheel is spinning.
Installation should only be completed by a trained technician. Improper installation could cause
serious or fatal injuries.
This product is designed for cross country use only.
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System Overview
THE POWERTAP SYSTEM
The PowerTap system includes a power-measuring hub which measures torque and wheel
speed. This information is transmitted to a computer mounted on the handlebar or stem. Heart
rate data is transferred via a coded telemetry signal from the chest strap monitor. The data is
then integrated to display current, average, and maximum biometric information.
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
The PowerTap hub comes either alone or in a pre-built wheel. If purchased alone, the hub must
be built into a complete wheel prior to use. Other items necessary for installation and not provided include a cassette, spoke protector, reflector
s, skewer, rim, tire, and tube (clincher rim) or glue
and tubular tire (tubular rim). See TABLE 1 to verify package contents.
TABLE 1
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1 PowerTap hub (or built wheel)
1 PowerTap computer
1 Chest strap (SLC+, SL+, and Pro+ only)
12 Cable ties
1 Training With Power guide
1 PowerAgent Software
1 USB Cable
1 Handlebar/Stem Computer Shoe
1 Instructional DVD
1 Hub Battery Cover Removal Tool
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR MTB DISC ONLY
1 PowerTap Disc Rotor
8 M5 x 12mm bolts
16 M5 x .2mm shims
1 T25 Torx Wrench
Qty Item
Package Contents
System Overview cont.
COMPATABILITY
The PowerTap hub is compatible with Shimano 8, 9, and 10 speed systems or Campagnolo 8, 9,
and 10 speed systems. Freehub bodies may be interchanged. Reference FREEHUB REPLACEMENT
for further instructions.
The PowerTap is available in 130mm (Road) and 135mm (MTB) axle lengths. Only insert the
correctly spaced PowerTap hub into your frame. For example, only use a 130mm-spaced hub in
a 130mm road frame. Do
not force the hub into any frame. Doing so may cause failure of the
frame, hub, or both, and will void the warranty. Contact your dealer or Saris Cycling Group to
address any special compatibility concerns.
WHEEL BUILDING
Contact a wheel building professional or dealer for assistance in building the PowerTap wheel if
not purchased as a complete wheel. Due to the design of the hub, the load pattern is not the
same as a conventional hub. Slotting the hub flanges to accommodate bladed spokes is not rec-
ommended and will void the warranty. Complete wheel building hub dimensions are listed in
TAB L E 2 .
Reference a spoke-length calc
ulator to determine proper spoke length.
TABLE 2 - MTB Wheel Building Dimensions
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IMPORTANT:
For your safety, the non-drive side of the PowerTap hub must be built with at least a 2x lacing
pattern. Because of the patented PowerTap design, torque is transferred through the hub to the
non-drive side. Failure to adhere to this precaution will void th
e warranty.
TABLE 3 - Road Wheel Building Dimensions
Measurements Drive Non-Drive
SL+, SLC+, wheel center
to flange
15.9mm 33.9mm
Elite+, Pro+, (or any PowerTap
with 12 mm axle)
wheel center to flange
17.4mm 32.4mm
Flange Diameter 70mm 70mm
Spoke Hole Diameter: 2.5
Measurements Drive Non-Drive
12 mm Axle 19.9mm 29.9mm
15 mm Axle (SL+) TBD TBD
Flange Diameter 74mm 74mm
Spoke Hole Diameter: 2.5
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Computer Shoe
Mounting Base
Arrow
System Overview cont.
SYSTEM INSTALLATION
1. Insert Wheel Into Frame
Insert the PowerTap wheel into the frame. Make sure the axle is correctly positioned in the
dropouts and secure the wheel in place with a skewer.
2. Attach Computer Shoe to Handlebar or Stem
The shoe can be mounted on either the handlebar or stem. Secure the mounting base with
cable ties. Slide the computer shoe in the direction of the arrow as depicted in either FIGURE1A
or 1B depending on mounting location.
Slide shoe in direction of arrow onto the base.
Slide shoe in direction of arrow onto the base.
Attach Receiver mount to Handlebar
Attach Receiver mount to Stem
Computer Shoe
Mounting Base
Arrow
FIGURE 1A FIGURE 1B
3. Place Computer into Shoe
Place the computer into the computer shoe on the handlebar or stem.
Line up the slots on the base of the computer with the bracket and slide
computer toward the rider (FIGURE 5). NOTE: Ensure the computer is fully
inserted onto the receiver shoe to prevent accidental removal.
4 Heart Rate Monitor Strap (SLC+, SL+ and PRO+ only)
Position the heart rate monitor strap on your torso as pictured in FIGURE 6. The
strap should rest just beneath the pectoralis muscles of
the chest. For best results slightly moisten the electrodes where con-
tact is made with skin. The heart rate strap must
be worn to enable
the heart rate function. NOTE: The chest strap for the PowerTap uses a
coded frequency and is not compatible with other manufacturer’s
chest straps. If heart rate is not displayed, consult finding sensors sec-
tion.
5. Verify Installation
Check to make sure all components are properly secured. Spin the
rear wheel and verify trans
mission. To turn computer on press
either button. Th e computer system may require 30 seconds to
“find” the hub. The illuminated transmition icon in the upper left
hand corner of the display indicates the hub is properly transmitting a signal to the computer (Figure 7). If the transmission icon is
not illuminated consult Finding Sensors Section for further instructions
.
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FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 7
365
25
58.I0
WATTS
3
D
General Computer Operation
DISPLAY LEVELS
The computer has three (3) main display levels:
Top Power
Middle Speed
Bottom Multi-Function
NOTE: These locations only apply to trip and
interval modes and do not apply to Cycle Computer
or Heart Rate Monitor Function
. See COMPUTER SETUP 4
to customize display options. (SLC+, SL+ and Pro+ only)
DISPLAY MODES
The computer has two (2) main modes of operation:
1) Trip
2) Interval
Hold [MODE] to toggle between display modes.
BUTTONS
There are two (2) buttons on the computer:
1) [Mode]
2) [Select]
NOTE: [BRACKETED] words indicate buttons.
There are four (4) types of button presses:
1) Press
[MODE] or [SELECT] - a single press and release of either [MODE] or [SELECT].
Used for entering different modes and navigating functionality.
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TRANS.
ICON
INTERVAL
DISPLAY
MODE (LEFT)
POWER
DISPLAY
SPEED
DISPLAY
MULTI FUNCTION
DISPLAY
BOTH
SELECT (RIGHT)
Changes active
mode
Find hub
Clear data
Enter setup
Select function
2) Hold [MODE] or [SELECT] - a single button press and hold of either [MODE] or
[SELECT] for 2 sec. Used for initiating a new mode or function.
3) Press [MODE] and [SELECT]
- simultaneously press and release of both [MODE] and
[SELECT]. Used for initiating a new interval.
4) Hold [MODE] and [SELECT]
- simultaneously press and hold both [MODE] and
[SELECT] for 2 sec. NOTE: If mode and select are released when “clr” is displayed, all
data will be erased. Used for initiating scrolling menu.
SCROLLING MENU:
Note: Only the SLC+, SL+, Pro+ and 2.4+ have setup menus 2, 3, and 4.
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SCROLLING MENU:
Find: If [MODE] and [SELECT] are released
When “Find” is displayed the computer will find
the PowerTap sensors.
clr: If [MODE] and [SELECT] are released when
clr is displayed ALL DATA WILL BE ERASED.
SEt: If [MODE] and [SELECT] are released
When SEt is displayed on the top level of the
Screen, a flashing “E”, d and t on the middle
Level and 12345 on the bottom level.
E= exit, return to ride mode
d= restore default settings
T= test mode
1 2 3 4 5 = setup menus
FINDING SENSORS
The PowerTap hub, sensors and computer are "paired" or "learned" at the factory so that the system is ready to ride once installed on the bicycle. Learning involves viewing and storing each
device ID into the PowerTap computer. Information on learning can be found in computer setup
5 section of this owner's manual.
In addition, there is a feature called "Find" that allows the user to search for stored devices in the
event a sensor has lost contact with the PowerTap computer for any reason. To initiate the Find,
hold [Mode] and [Select]. Release when "Find" appears on the bottom of the PowerTap screen
after about 2 seconds. The current watts display will switch to a spinning dial, indicating the
search is in process. Whe n the search is successful, the transmission icon appears in the upper
left corner. If device ID's are stored for heart rate and cadence there will be spinning dials for
these metrics as well.
POWER CONSERVATION
The computer and hub have power saving features to prolo
ng battery life. The computer powers
down the display after four (4) minutes of inactivity. Press either [MODE] or [SELECT ] to activate
the display. Similarly, the hub powers down after five (5) minutes of inactivity. The transmission
icon will not be visible when the hub is asleep. To wake the hub spin the wheel and verify the
transmission icon is illuminated.
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POWER FUNCTION
The top level of the main display shows current, max,
and average power readings.
1) Press [MODE] to scroll the cursor to the top line
of the main display
2) Press [SELECT] to toggle through the
power function options.
For accurate power readings it is important to frequently
zero the torque, see
ZERO TORQUE.
Current Power
Power is displayed in watts from 0-1999 in 1 watt increments. Current power
readings are displayed only when the word “WATTS” appears below the top line
(FIGURE 9). NOTE: If “WATTS” does not
appear under the top line the computer is
in the Cycle Computer Function. To return to power readings see CYCLE
COMPUTER MODE.
Maximum Power
Both “WATTS” and “MX” displayed simultaneously indicate the highest recorded
power output since the last time the data was cleared in trip mode or the selected
interval in interval mode. (FIGURE 10)
Average Power
Both “WATTS” and “AVG” displayed simultaneously indicate the average power
output since the last time the data wa
s cleared in trip mode or the selected
interval in interval mode. (FIGURE 11)
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365
25
58.I0
WATTS
3
D
849
25
58.I0
MX WATTS
3
D
I95
25
58.I0
3
D
AV WATTS
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 11
Computer Navigation
Press [MODE] to scroll through the various functions of the dis-
play. Press [SELECT] to toggle through the various options
within that funciton. Note: Peak power and Time in Zones infor-
mation is only available on the SLC+, SL+, Pro+ and 2.4+
models.
MODE
button
Power
Speed
Multi Function
Peak Power
Time in Zones
SELECT
button
MX, AV, WAT TS
MX, AV
D, T, C, E, O, HR
:30, 1:00, 5:00, 20:00
1,2,3
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