Precor Spinner Chrono User Manual

Spinner® Chrono Console

User Guide

SPINNER® CHRONO™ POWER CONSOLE

Operator's Guide

The Spinner® Chrono™ Power console displays power level, interval tracking, simultaneous current and average data for
workout and summary, and lets you pair your smartphone to Bluetooth® applications.

IMPORTANT

Important Before using the equipment, read all documentation included with your console and bike

Attach the console to the bike

To attach the console:

1. Plug the data cable into the back of the console.

2. Place the console on top of the handlebars (Figure 1).

3. Position the console back plate under the handlebars
making sure not to pinch the cable.

4. Secure the console using four socket head screws
through the back plate and into the console case (Figure

2).

IMPORTANT

Important The USB port on the back of the console is for
updating software and use by customer service. DO NOT
use it to charge phones.

Figure

Figure

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Activate the console

Pr

ecor equipment is either self-powered or externally powered using an optional power adapter. To activate self-powered

equipment, begin pedaling.

An optional AC power adapter provides sustained power to the equipment or recharges the internal battery. To purchase the
power adapter, contact Precor Customer Support.

Set up the console

You can use the console with default settings or you can customize it two ways:

• Save time by using a USB stick with the dened settings to set up multiple consoles with the same settings.

•

Manually dene club settings and custom parameters on each console.

Setup/Service mode

Use the console Setup/Service mode to congure settings in ways that benet exercisers.

NOTE

The information provided in this section is intended for system administrators and Precor service technicians. DO NOT
share it with exercisers or non-administrative staff.

Button Function

Blue (Focus) Move through settings within each category

Green (Interval) Return to previous category

White (Pairing) Select displayed option, then advance to next category

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Modify the Club Parameter settings

Use Club Parameter settings to choose the type of information you want exercisers to see on the console while working out.

Setting Description Setting options (default in

bold)

UNITS Speed and distance measurements MPH, KPH

BACKLIGHT Three is the brightest setting 3, 1, 2

DISP MODE Energy measurements SPINPOWER, CAL, KJ

ASL SETUP Active Status Light (ASL): Turns on and tests light so its color alerts

owner of bike maintenance issues

BT PAIRING Turn ON so that exerciser’s can pair their phone to save their workout

information

MAJOR INSP • After routine inspection and maintenance, clear this setting to reset

the ASL to steady blue, clear the error log, and reset the
maintenance value back to the maintenance default.

• The maintenance default is 1000 miles

• Change this default using a Setup.ini le

CLEAR ERROR Select CLEAR to delete errors from the error log KEEP, CLEAR

DEVICE ID The default number is based on the product lower serial number Default ID # (Can be

LANGUAGE • Service mode is English only

• Select the language for all exercisers

SETUP For use with USB stick during setup NO, YES

RESET Returns all settings to factory defaults, except system information

(number of workouts, hours, and odometer)

PROGRAM For use with USB stick during software upgrades NO YES

ON, OFF, YELLOW ON, BLUE
ON

SHORT, ON, OFF

KEEP, CLEAR

customized using the blue
button)

ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH,
GERMAN

NO YES

To enter the Setup/Service mode:

1. Begin pedaling. The Welcome screen appears. Note You can only enter the Setup/Service mode from the Welcome screen.

2. Press and HOLD down the blue button while doing the following at the same time:
a. Press and release the white button.
b. Press and release the green button.
c. Press and release the green button again.
d. Press and release the white button.

3. Release the blue button

To exit the Service mode: Press and hold the green button for at least two seconds. The console returns to the Welcome
screen.

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Informational Settings

The Information Settings contain the information required when you contact Precor Customer Support including serial
numbers, software program versions, odometer and error log summary, and model numbers.

NOTE

It is possible to record system information and the error log on a properly formatted USB stick.

Setting Description

CONS SN Console serial number that is printed on a label on the back of the console

LPCA SN Serial number for the printed circuit board in the base, which is also the base equipment serial number

TOP SW Versions of CONS and GEM software are in console

CONS SW One of the two software programs in console

GEM SW One of the two software programs in console

LPCA SW Software part number for the printed circuit board in the base

ODOMETER Total distance (in miles) on bike

HOURS Total hours of use on bike

WORKOUTS Total number of workouts on bike

ERROR LOG • If there are no errors, then there will be nothing below the title.

• If there are errors, the ve most recent errors appear. Press the blue key to navigate through the error
list.

MODEL TYPE Bike model number

Operational Information

Setting

Torque Reported strain gauge force (in-lb)

WATTS Reported power = Total torque x RPM (WATTS)

RPM Revolutions per minute (pedal rate)

Description

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Service Tests

Perform tests to help you troubleshoot systems including torque, WATTS, RPM, battery and generator voltage and amps, and
display elements.

Press the white button to move from one test to the next.

Setting Description

DISP TEST Tests the display to make sure all elements are working. Select YES to test the display. No is the default.

BAT VOLT Battery voltage: While you pedal or if you have an external charger installed, the voltage will appear high

because the battery is charging. When you stop pedaling, you will see the actual (true) voltage.

BAT AMP Battery amp: Battery current being discharged.

GEN VOLT Generator voltage: Speed of pedaling affects the voltage number.

GEN AMP Generator amp: Current being supplied by generator.

USB LOGS Data from this setting is stored in Log directory.

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Connect to other devices

Use the following information to connect ANT+™ and Bluetooth® compatible devices to the console.

ANT+™

Heartrate display

• User heartrate detection is only available with ANT+ compatible sensors displaying the ANT+™ icon.

• The console detects the closest sensor and displays the 4-digit ID number. If you know your 4-digit ID, check to make sure
it is the ID that pairs with the console.

• When your workout ends, your information is not saved on the console.

Data transmission:

• A device must be compatible with the ANT+ FE-C standard (displaying this icon ) in order to function properly.

• To pair to the console, set your device to the bike number based on your bike’s serial number or the number created using
the service modes DEVICE ID.

• The console can pair to a club’s group leaderboard.

• The console can send and display data to multiple devices.

Bluetooth®

• Your devices may be used to receive data from the console provided the application is compatible with the product

• The console pairs to one user device at a time.

• When pairing, the console displays, ‘‘XXXX,’’ where XXXX is the bike’s serial number or the number created using the service
modes DEVICE ID. The words, “CHRONO XXXX” display on the mobile device that is attempting to pair with the console.

• When your workout ends, your information is not saved to the console.

• Bluetooth® heart rate sensors are not compatible with this console.

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CHRONO_Console_Troubleshooting

Error Information Error

Serious
error

Minor
error

Service
mode
error

STUCK KEY
error

You cannot use the
console

Console continues
to function

Only occurs during
USB access

Only detected when
the console is
powered up

Error
number

NO YES YES RPM sensor stops working or strain

Error
message

STUCK KEY NO NO Appears if you hold key down for at

displays?

In

error

log?

YES YES • Connected to wrong lower

NO NO • USB ACCESS – Unable to read USB

ASL

change?

Possible causes

• Communication error

gauge fails causing WATT inaccuracy,
but a functioning console.

stick

• USB FILE – File structure error on
USB stick

• USB SETUP – Error in program.ini or
setup.ini

least three seconds.

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Console care

IMPORTANT

Important DO NOT use any acidic cleaners to clean the console. Doing so will weaken paint, powder coatings, and other surface
nishes and will void the Precor Limited Warranty. Never pour water or spray liquids directly onto the screen

Precor strongly recommends performing the following maintenance after each use:

• Spray a mild soap solution in a 30:1 water-to-cleaner ratio onto a soft cloth, and then wipe the console. Never spray liquids
directly onto the console or use abrasive cloths, oil, ammonia, or alcohol-based cleaners.

• Inspect each console for loose parts or bolts, and adjust and tighten loose hardware as needed. Remove any consoles that are
damaged, not properly mounted, or at risk of coming loose.

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TRADEMARK NOTICE

Precor is a registered trademark of Precor Incorporated. Other names in this document and all documents included in this
purchase may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

The Spinner Family of Marks—Spin®, Spinner®, Spinning®, Spin Fitness®, and the Spinning logo ® are registered trademarks
owned by Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc., a California corporation.

ANT, ANT+ and the ANT+ logos are trademarks of Dynastream® Innovations Inc., a subsidiary of Garmin® Ltd.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Precor is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

SPD® is a registered trademark of Shimano American Corporation.

Chrono Console Operator's Guide | 304657-101 rev B, ENU
© 2018 Precor Incorporated | May 2018

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