The information contained in this manual is intended for QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS who have
completed a specific TECHNOGYM training course and are authorized to perform machine start-up
and adjustment procedures as well as extraordinary maintenance or repairs which require a thorough
knowledge of the machine, its operation, its safety devices and working procedures.
CAREFULLY READ THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN
THIS MANUAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURES ON THE MACHINE
DANGEROUS VOLTAGES
PRESENT EVEN WHEN THE
NOTE
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Contents
1. GENERAL NOTICES...........................................................................................................................................1.1
2.4.CONFORMITY TO REGULATIONS........................................................................................................................ 2.1
2.5.WIRING DIAGRAM WITH NON-CODED RECEIVER................................................................................................2.2
2.6.WIRING DIAGRAM WITH CODED RECEIVER........................................................................................................ 2.7
3. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION.......................................................................................................................... 3.1
3.1.5. Power supply..................................................................................................................................... 3.3
3.1.8. Power resistor................................................................................................................................... 3.3
3.2.3. The control signals............................................................................................................................ 3.5
4.1.CONNECTING TO THE TGS................................................................................................................................4.1
4.2.CONNECTING TO THE CARDIO THEATER...........................................................................................................4.1
6.1.THE DISPLAY DOES NOT ILLUMINATE................................................................................................................6.2
6.2.THERE IS NO RESISTANCE .................................................................................................................................6.6
6.3.THE RESISTANCE IS INCORRECT........................................................................................................................6.7
6.4.THE SPM VALUE IS INCORRECT......................................................................................................................6.10
6.5.THERE IS NO HEART RATE SIGNAL...................................................................................................................6.12
6.5.2. Hand sensor....................................................................................................................................6.12
6.6.THE TELEMETRIC HEART RATE SIGNAL IS INCORRECT.....................................................................................6.14
7. DISASSEMBLY OF COMPONENTS................................................................................................................. 7.1
7.1.DISASSEMBLING THE DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................... 7.1
7.2.DISASSEMBLING THE EPROM.......................................................................................................................... 7.3
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7.3.DISASSEMBLING THE CPU BOARD....................................................................................................................7.4
7.4.DISASSEMBLING THE KEYBOARD...................................................................................................................... 7.5
7.5.DISASSEMBLING THE CARDIO RECEIVER...........................................................................................................7.6
7.6.DISASSEMBLING THE LEVERS............................................................................................................................7.7
7.7.DISASSEMBLING THE UPRIGHT GUARD..............................................................................................................7.8
7.8.DISASSEMBLING THE FRAME GUARDS............................................................................................................... 7.9
7.9.DISASSEMBLING THE HANDLEBAR.................................................................................................................. 7.10
7.10.DISASSEMBLING THE ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARDS .......................................................................................7.11
7.11.DISASSEMBLING THE HS INTERFACE BOARD....................................................................................................7.12
7.12.DISASSEMBLING THE HAND SENSORS.............................................................................................................. 7.13
7.13.DISASSEMBLING THE ALTERNATOR................................................................................................................. 7.14
7.14.DISASSEMBLING THE BELT..............................................................................................................................7.15
7.15.DISASSEMBLING THE REAR COVER .................................................................................................................7.16
7.16.DISASSEMBLING THE PEDAL LEVER GROUP.....................................................................................................7.17
7.17.DISASSEMBLING THE PEDALS GROUP ..............................................................................................................7.18
7.18.DISASSEMBLING THE PEDAL WHEEL TRACK....................................................................................................7.19
7.19.DISASSEMBLING THE PEDAL WHEELS.............................................................................................................. 7.20
7.20.DISASSEMBLING THE FLYWHEELS ...................................................................................................................7.21
7.21.DISASSEMBLING THE ALTERNATOR BRUSHES .................................................................................................7.22
8.3.WEAR OF ALTERNATOR BRUSHES..................................................................................................................... 8.3
9. CONFIGURING THE MACHINE ......................................................................................................................9.1
9.1.1. Language used..................................................................................................................................9.1
9.1.2. Measurement system ......................................................................................................................... 9.1
9.1.3. Maximum time................................................................................................................................... 9.2
9.1.4. Activating the “+” and “−” keys......................................................................................................9.2
9.1.5. Disabling the function keys............................................................................................................... 9.2
9.1.6. Enabling the “ENTER” key..............................................................................................................9.3
9.1.7. Setting the priority ............................................................................................................................9.3
9.2.1. Type of lever system..........................................................................................................................9.3
9.2.2. Enabling use of the hand sensor.......................................................................................................9.4
9.2.3. Enabling the display mode................................................................................................................9.4
9.3.MAINTENANCE INFORMATION ..........................................................................................................................9.4
9.3.2. Hours of use......................................................................................................................................9.5
9.4.CHANGING THE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.................................................................................................. 9.5
9.4.2. Hours of use......................................................................................................................................9.5
10.1.1. Setting up the operation ..................................................................................................................10.1
10.2.1. Setting up the operation ..................................................................................................................10.2
10.3.1. Setting up the operation ..................................................................................................................10.3
10.3.2. Checking the working conditions .................................................................................................... 10.3
10.3.3. Checking the wiring and connections..............................................................................................10.3
10.3.4. Checking the display........................................................................................................................10.3
10.3.5. Checking the wear of the rubber handlebar cover..........................................................................10.3
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10.3.6. Checking the state of wear of the alternator belt.............................................................................10.4
10.3.7. Lubricating the lever group.............................................................................................................10.4
10.3.8. Checking the operation of the cardio receiver................................................................................10.4
10.3.9. Checking the operation of the hand sensor receiver ....................................................................... 10.4
10.3.10. Checking the resistance setting ....................................................................................................... 10.4
10.3.11. Checking the noise of the brushes...................................................................................................10.4
11.1.TECHNICAL NOTES ON CARDIO RECEIVERS .....................................................................................................11.1
11.1.1. Type of ASIC....................................................................................................................................11.2
11.1.2. Presence of electromagnetic fields.................................................................................................. 11.2
11.1.5. Position of the receiver.................................................................................................................... 11.4
11.1.6. Routing of cables............................................................................................................................. 11.5
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1. GENERAL NOTICES
1.1. INTRODUCTION
This document is reserved for Technogym Service technicians, and is intended to provide
authorized personnel with the necessary information to correctly carry out repairs and maintenance.
A thorough knowledge of the technical information contained in this manual is essential for
completing the professional training of the operator.
In order to facilitate consultation, the paragraphs are accompanied by schematic drawings which
illustrate the procedure being described.
This manual contains notices and symbols which have a specific meanings:
WARNING: non observance may result in accident or injury.
ATTENTION: non observance may cause damage to the machine.
Information about the operation in progress.
OBSERVE: observation about the operation in progress.
1.2. RECOMMENDATIONS
Technogym recommends the following steps for planning repair procedures:
• Carefully evaluate the customer’s description of the machine malfunction and ask all the
necessary questions to clarify the symptoms of the problem.
• Clearly diagnose the causes of the problem. This manual provides the fundamental theoretical
basis, which must then be integrated by personal experience and attendance at the training
courses periodically offered by Technogym.
• Rationally plan the repair procedure so as to minimize the downtime necessary for procuring
spare parts, preparing tools, etc.
• Access the component to be repaired, avoiding any unnecessary operations. In this regard it will
be useful to refer to the disassembly sequence described in this manual.
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1.3. GENERAL RULES FOR REPAIR PROCEDURES
1. Always mark any parts or positions which may be confused with each other at the time of
reassembly.
2. Use original Technogym spare parts and lubricants of the recommended brands.
3. Use special tools where specified.
4. Consult the Technical Newsletters, which may contain more up-to-date information on
adjustments and maintenance than those contained in this manual.
5. Before starting the repair procedure, make sure that the recommended tools are available and in
good condition.
6. For the procedures described in this manual, use only the specified tools.
OBSERVE: The tool sizes quoted in this manual are expressed in mm.
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2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
2.1. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Width 70 cm
Length 203 cm
Height 182 cm
Weight 265 Kg
2.2. ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Mains voltage 115 - 230 VAC
Frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Consumption ~ 160 Watt – 1.71 / 0.86 A
Fuses 5x20 3 A fast-blow
2.3. AMBIENT SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature
Humidity
Operating From 5° to 35° C
Storage From -20 to 55° C
Operating From 30% to 80% non-condensing
Storage From 5% to 85% non-condensing
2.4. CONFORMITY TO REGULATIONS
The machine conforms to the following directives:
EMI
Safety
Directive
Europe USA
EN 60601-1-2
EN 60601-1
EN 957-1
73/23/CEE
93/68/CEE
89/336/CEE
UL 2601-1
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2.5. WIRING DIAGRAM WITH NON-CODED RECEIVER
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2.5.1. CONNECTORS
• Patch cables
Name type of connector connection
CN10 AMP MATE-N-LOCK 6-pin M free to connection on frame
CN11 AMP MATE-N-LOCK 6-pin F panel to alternator board
• CPU board
Name type of connector connection
CN1 AMP MATE-N-LOCK 12 -pin F. to connector on frame
CN2 Flat 10-pin to RJ45-RS232 board
CN4 AMP MODU II 6-pin M. to cardio receiver
CN7 AMP MODU II 4-pin M. to HS interface board
• RJ45-RS232 board
Name type of connector connection
CN1 Male panel connector DB9 to TGS reader
CN2 Panel RJ45 to Cardio Theater
CN3 Female panel connector DB9 to external device (not used)
CN4 Flat 10-pin to CPU board
• Power supply
Name type of connector connection
CN1 PANDUIT 6-pin to mains power supply
CN2 PANDUIT 7-pin to alternator interface board
FG Faston to ground
• Alternator interface board
Name type of connector connection
CN1 AMP MATE-N-LOCK 15-pin F. to connector on frame
CN2 AMP MATE-N-LOCK 6-pin F. to alternator
CN3 AMP MODU I 4-pin M. to power supply
• HS interface board
Name type of connector connection
HD2 Molex 3-pin to left hand sensor
HD3 Molex 3-pin to right hand sensor
HD4 Molex 3-pin to CPU board
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2.5.2. WIRING
CPU board
CN1
1 +12 Vdc Red 1
2 + 5 Vdc Orange 2
3 Ground Black 3
4 -12 Vdc Blue 4
5 Alternator RPM X 6 White 5
6 Alternator control frequency Brown 6
Patch cable
CN11
1 +12 Vdc Red 1
2 + 5 Vdc Orange 2
3 Ground Black 3
4 -12 Vdc Blue 13
5 Alternator RPM X 6 White 5
6 Alternator control frequency Brown 6
Power entry Signal Color Filter
Faston Live Blue Faston
Faston Neutral Black Faston
Faston Ground Yellow-
Filter Signal Color Power supply
Faston Live Blue 4
Faston Neutral Black 6
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RT-1A: Internal connecting cable
CPU board – Connector on frame
Signal Color Patch cable
CN10
RT-1B: Internal connecting cable
Connector on frame – Alternator interface board
Signal Color Alternator
interface board
CN1
RT-3/L: High voltage power supply cable
Power input socket – Filter
Faston
green
RT-4/L: High voltage power supply cable
Filter – Power supply
CN1
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Red
5 Ground Black 4 Excitation Orange Red Faston
Signal Color Alternator Resistor
RT-6/L-6: Low voltage power supply cable
Power supply – Alternator interface board
Power supply
CN2 FG
2 + 5 Vdc Yellow 4
3 Ground Black 3
4 Faston Ground Back 5 + 12 Vdc Red 2
Signal Color Alternator
XC-1: Output ports cable
CPU board – RJ45-RS232 board
CPU board
CN2
1 +12 Vdc flat 1
2 +12 Vdc flat 2
3 Tx to TGS flat 3
4 +5 Vdc flat 4
5 Rx from TGS flat 5
6 Tx to PC flat 6
7 Ground flat 7
8 Rx from PC flat 8
9 Ground flat 9
10 Ground flat 10
Signal Color RJ45-RS232
eyelet 4
Yellow
eyelet 6
Yellow
eyelet 6
-
Yellow eyelet 4
Yellow
eyelet 4
interface board
CN3
board
CN4
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CR-XT: Non coded heart rate meter cable
CPU board – Cardio receiver
CPU board
CN4
1 +5 Vdc Red 1
2 Pulse per beat Blue 2
6 Ground Black 3
Signal Color Receiver
GX-3FG1: Hand sensor cable
CPU board –HS interface board
CPU board
CN7
1 Pulse per beat Blue 3
2 Ground Black 1
4 +5 Vdc Red 2
Signal Color HS interface
GX-HS1UL: Sensors cable
HS interface board – Sensors
HS interface
board
HD2
1 Signal Red Faston
2 Signal reference White Faston
3 Shield Black -
HS interface
board
HD3
1 Signal Black Faston
2 Signal reference Green Faston
The above description of cables does not detail the ground node connections.
Signal Color Right sensor
Signal Color Left sensor
board
HD4
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2.6. WIRING DIAGRAM WITH CODED RECEIVER
The only difference compared to the model with non-coded receiver is the NSC-XT cable between
the CPU board and the coded receiver, which is described below:
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NSC-XT: Non coded heart rate meter cable
CPU board – Cardio receiver
CPU board
CN4
1 +5 Vdc Red 2
2 Pulse per beat Blue 1
6 Ground Black 3
Signal Color Receiver
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3. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
3.1. BLOCK DIAGRAM
The block diagram of the machine is shown in the figure below:
3.1.1. DISPLAY
It consists of various components that will be individually described below:
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CARDIO RECEIVER
It is connected to the machine’s CPU board and receives the pulses sent by the transmitter. There
are 2 types of receiver:
• Non-coded: this is the standard product.
• Coded: this is the product which, utilizing Personal Coded Device technology, receives the
heart rate together with a code that identifies the transmitter in question. In this way the machine
can identify the source of the heart rate signal, thereby avoiding interference problems.
Its reception area is approximately a circle of 1 meter of radius. If there is electromagnetic noise
(produced by high voltage lines, radio transmitters, monitors, motors, etc.) within its reception area,
the receiver becomes saturated and stops receiving any signal. If it is non-coded and there are 2
transmitters within its area of reception, it will receive signals from both, and may produce an error
or irregular reading.
CPU BOARD
This is the heart of the machine, which controls all the machine functions by executing the program
stored in EPROM. It receives information from the user (age, weight, etc.) during set-up of the
training session, from the cardio receiver and/or the HS interface board (user’s heart rate) and from
the alternator interface board for displaying workload data (Watt and SPM). It controls the difficulty
level selected with the “+” “−” keys or according to the chosen training program.
3.1.2. CARDIO TRANSMITTER
It is worn by the person using the machine, and transmits to the cardio receiver one pulse for every
heart beat that is detected. There are 2 types of transmitter:
• Non-coded: this is the standard product;
• Coded: this is the product which, utilizing Personal Coded Device technology, transmits the
heart rate together with a code that identifies the transmitter in question. In this way, the coded
receiver on the machine can identify the source of the heart rate signal, thereby avoiding
interference problems.
3.1.3. HS INTERFACE BOARD
This circuit board manages the hand sensors, interfacing them to the CPU board. It processes the
analog signal received from the sensors and outputs one pulse for every heart beat detected, with
positive logic: the signal is normally at 0 Vdc, and is asserted to 5 Vdc (with a pulse whose
amplitude of approximately 30 msec) each time a heart beat is detected.
There are 3 jumpers on this circuit board, which must be configured as indicated in the table below:
Jumper Configuration
JP1 Open
JP2 Closed
JP3 Closed
3.1.4. RJ45-RS232 BOARD
This circuit board provides the machine connections to external devices:
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• 1 serial port for connecting to the TGS reader;
• 1 serial port, currently not used, for future connections;
• 1 RJ45 port for the power supply to the portable Cardio Theater unit.
3.1.5. POWER SUPPLY
Receives the mains voltage at its input and outputs the DC voltages (+5 Vdc, +12 Vdc and −12
Vdc) which supply the display and the alternator interface board.
The machine uses only +5 Vdc and +12 Vdc.
3.1.6. ALTERNATOR INTERFACE BOARD
Receives from the display a square-wave signal whose frequency is proportional to the selected
level of difficulty, and converts it into a DC excitation voltage for the alternator. Receives the RPM
signal from the alternator, which it filters and sends to the display for calculating the speed.
3.1.7. ALTERNATOR
Is put into rotation by the user, and generates a resistance to the movement proportional to the
excitation voltage received from the alternator interface board. It also generates the RPM signal (6
impulses per revolution) necessary for counting the number of revolutions and hence measuring the
speed. Its rotation produces energy which is dissipated by the power resistor.
There is a thermal cutout connected in series with the excitation circuit, which is normally closed
and opens when the temperature exceeds an established threshold.
3.1.8. POWER RESISTOR
Has the function of dissipating the energy produced by the alternator.
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3.2. ALTERNATOR CONTROL
3.2.1. MECHANICS
The movement of the pedals and of the levers turns the alternator by means of a belt.
The resistance perceived by the user results from a combination of 2 factors:
• electrical component: consisting of the resistance generated by the alternator, and which can be
measured as the electrical power dissipated on the resistor, also taking into consideration the
alternator efficiency;
• mechanical component: consisting of the mechanical efficiency of the linkages and more
generally of the mechanical friction of the system.
The alternator interface board is factory-calibrated by means of the 2 trimmers PT1 and
PT2 situated on the board itself. This is a purely electrical adjustment and should not be
modified, even in cases where the perceived resistance of adjacent machines is different.
3.2.2. CONTROL
To control the difficulty level of the workout, the machine adjusts the excitation of the alternator
which generates a resistance to the movement that is proportional to the excitation level. To do this,
the CPU board transmits a PFM (Pulse Frequency Modulation) signal. The alternator interface
board converts the PFM signal into an analogue signal which serves as the excitation signal for the
alternator. The higher the level of the alternator excitation signal, the greater will be the resulting
resistance.
The alternator rotates in the field produced by the excitation signal, generating electrical energy
which is dissipated by the power resistor.
There is a closed control loop between the alternator interface board, the alternator and the resistor.
In fact the alternator interface board regulates the excitation signal so that the voltage measured at
the resistor terminals matches the voltage programmed by the CPU board via the PFM signal.
If the excitation signal is not sufficient to generate the required resistance, the red LED
on the alternator interface board goes on.
The rotation of the alternator also generates a square wave signal proportional to its speed, with 6
pulses corresponding to one complete rotation of the alternator. This signal enters on the interface
alternator board where it is filtered and sent to the CPU board.
If the CPU board does not receive the speed signal, which means that the alternator is
not rotating, it does not transmit any PFM signal. Therefore the alternator does not
receive the excitation signal and there is no resistance at all.
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RPM
Resistor
3.2.3. THE CONTROL SIGNALS
The machine controls the difficulty level of the workout by means of the CPU board, the alternator
interface board and the alternator, as illustrated in the figure below:
Vr
Alternator interface
3
2
CN2
The following signals are involved in the control loop:
• Excitation signal (PFM and Ve)
This is the signal generated by the CPU board (pin 6-3 of connector CN1) for controlling the
resistance. It is a PFM signal, i.e. a square wave signal with variable frequency. The logic of this
control causes the frequency to increase with increasing resistance.
This signal enters the alternator interface board (pin 6-3 of connector CN1), and is converted in
analog signal and sent to the alternator (pin 4-5 of connector CN2 on the alternator interface
board) to supply its rotor via the brushes.
• Voltage across the resistor (Vr)
This is the dc voltage which the alternator dissipates on the resistor: the higher the excitation
signal, the higher the dissipated voltage. This signal provides an effective measure of the
electrical power generated by the alternator.
This signal reaches the alternator interface board (pin 3-2 of connector CN2), where it is read
and used as a feedback signal by the alternator interface board to adjust the excitation.
CPU board
6-3 5-3 CN1
PFM
6-3 5-3 CN1
board
4-5
Ve
RPM
1-5
Alternator
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• RPM Signal
This is the speed signal output by the alternator. It enters the alternator interface board (pin 1-5
of connector CN2) and is a square wave which varies from –1 Vdc to a maximum value
dependent on the training speed, as illustrated in the figure below:
The signal is cleaned and level-converted before being sent from the alternator interface board
(pins 5-3 of connector CN1) to the CPU board (pins 5-3 of connector CN1) as a square wave
which varies between 0 and 5 Vdc, as illustrated in the figure below:
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4. ACCESSORIES
4.1. CONNECTING TO THE TGS
The machine is connected to the Technogym System by means of the 9 pin male D-connector,
situated on the back of the control panel, which provides the RS 232 serial port for connecting the
TGS reader. The connecting cable is already directly connected to the TGS reader itself:
TGSRN1: Connecting cable
Control panel – Retrofit
Control panel
DB9 male
1 +12 Vdc Yellow 8
5 Ground Green 6
3 Rx Brown 2
2 Tx White 1
For all further information, including troubleshooting, refer to the following manual: “Wellness
System: Installation Guide”.
Signal Color Retrofit
4.2. CONNECTING TO THE CARDIO THEATER
The machine is connected to the Cardio Theater by means of an RJ45 connector which has the
following pin out:
RJ45 Connector Signal
5 + 5 Vdc
7 Ground
On the RJ45 connector, which is illustrated below, pin 1 is the one on the far right, with the locking
tab facing upward.
The remaining pins are not connected.
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5. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
5.1. SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
For correct machine installation, make sure that:
1. The machine is installed on a level surface that is free of vibrations and has sufficient carrying
capacity for the combined weight of the machine and user.
2. The environment is dust or sand free.
3. The environment meets the operating temperature and humidity conditions specified in
paragraph 2.3. “Ambient specifications”.
4. The machine is not positioned close to sources of heat, sources of electromagnetic noise
(television sets, electric motors, antennas, high voltage lines, appliances etc…) or medical
equipment.
5. To eliminate any interference with the cardio receiver, there should not be any transmitters at a
distance of 100 cm from the display.
6. The mains voltage must match the value specified on the machine rating plate.
7. The electrical system must be provided with an efficient ground connection.
8. The wall output used should be reserved for the machine and have a rating of at least 150 Watt.
9. The machine can be connected in cascade with other machines. It is recommended to connect
only machines of the same type in cascade, up to a maximum of 5 machines. In this case, make
sure that the wall output has a power rating of at least 750 Watt.
10. Position the mains lead of the machine where is will not be underfoot. For this purpose, it is
recommended to use the special trackways supplied with the machine.
5.2. INSTALLATION
To correctly install the machine, proceed as follows:
1. Ensure that the specifications and requirements for installation have been met (see paragraph
5.1. ).
2. Remove the machine from its packing materials: one carton fixed to a wooden pallet for
overseas shipment, one nylon bag for Italy. On machines shipped in a carton, the levers and the
upright are disassembled and placed inside the packing material.
3. Position the machine as specified above, on a level surface that is free of vibrations and has
sufficient carrying capacity for the combined weight of the machine and the user.
4. Reassemble the components that were removed for transport. Carry out the procedures for
reassembling described in the “Operator and Service manual” supplied with each machine.
5. Connect the mains lead to the input socket on the machine.
6. Place the on/off switch in the “0” position.
7. Plug the mains lead into the electrical output.
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5.3. FIRST POWER-ON
After completing the installation procedure, the machine is ready to be powered up. To turn on the
machine, simply toggle the on/off switch from the 0 position to the 1 position.
When the machine is turned on it will perform a power-on test which:
• sounds the buzzer;
• lights all the LEDs.
At the end of the power-on test the machine enters standby mode, awaiting a keyboard command.
To check the correct operation of the machine:
• start exercising;
• check that the SPM value displayed varies accordingly;
• check that the effort level varies when the “+” and “−” keys are pressed, and that the
corresponding difficulty level LEDs come on and off;
• put on the heart rate transmitter and check that the machine correctly measures the heart rate
value;
• grasp the sensors and check that the machine correctly measures the heart rate value.
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
The troubleshooting procedures are shown in the form of flow charts. In order to facilitate
consultation, the following standard box shapes are used.
This type of box is the START point of the troubleshooting procedure. It
typically contains a description of the problem or malfunction.
This type of box represents a decision point in the troubleshooting procedure.
It typically contains a description of the CHECK to be made, with an outcome
that can be either a positive (YES) or negative (NO) response.
This type of box is a step in the troubleshooting procedure where an ACTION
must be carried out. It typically contains a description of the ACTION
necessary to resolve the problem. Therefore, after executing the specified
ACTION:
1. Check whether the problem has been resolved;
2. If the problem persists, it is recommended to resume the troubleshooting
procedure from the point before the action was carried out.
A circled number (such as that shown on the left) next to a box of the
troubleshooting procedure indicates that detailed instructions for performing
that particular check or action are provided below the flowchart.
A circled letter (such as that shown on the left) is used to highlight a point in
the procedure. Typically, this indicator is used in page changes.
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6.1. THE DISPLAY DOES NOT ILLUMINATE
This error is generated when the supply voltage does not reach the control panel.
THE DISPLAY
DOES NOT
ILLUMINATE
Does the wall output supply
the correct voltage?
YES
Is the mains lead OK?
YES
VAre the fuses OK?
NO
NO
NO
Connect machine to a
suitable
electrical output
Replace the mains lead
Replace the blown
fuses
YES
1
Is the mains voltage present at
the output of the power input
socket
NO
Replace the input
socket / on-off switch
block of the machine
YES
A
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A
2
Is the mains voltage present
at the filter input?
YES
Is the mains voltage present
at the filter output?
YES
Is the mains voltage present
at the power supply input?
NO
Replace cable
connecting the input
socket / on-off switch
block to the filter
3
NO
Replace the filter
4
NO
Replace cable
connecting the filter to
the power supply
Are DC voltages output by
the power supply correct?
Do all DC voltages reach the
alternator interface board?
Continued on the following page.
YES
5
NO
Replace the power
supply
YES
6
NO
Replace cable
connecting the power
supply to the alternator
interface board
B
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7
Replace the CPU board
YES
Are all DC voltages present at
the output of the alternator
interface board?
YES
Are all the DC voltages
present on panel connector?
YES
Do all DC voltages reach the
CPU board?
NO
Replace the alternator
interface board
8
NO
Replace cable
connecting the
alternator interface
board to panel
connector
9
NO
Replace cable
connecting panel
connector to the CPU
board
Follow the procedure step by step to correctly diagnose the problem. Take particular care with the
checks highlighted by circled numbers, which are described in detail below:
(1) Place the tester probes between terminals L1 and N1 of the input socket / on-off switch block.
The measured voltage should be approximately 220 VAC or 110 VAC depending on the
mains electricity supply.
(2) As for step (1) but with the tester probes at the filter input.
(3) As for step (1) but with the tester probes at the filter output.
(4) Disconnect connector CN1 from the power supply. As for step (1) but with the tester probes
on pins 4 and 6 of the connector.
(5) Slightly lift connector CN2 on the power supply to access the pins with the tester probes.
Check that all the output voltages of the power supply are correct, referring to paragraph 2.5.
“Wiring diagram with non-coded receiver”.
(6) As for step (5) but on connector CN3 of the alternator interface board.
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(7) As for step (5) but on connector CN1 of the alternator interface board.
(8) As for step (5) but on panel connector.
(9) As for step (5) but on connector CN1 of the display CPU board.
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6.2. THERE IS NO RESISTANCE
This error can be caused by absence of the speed signal, problems with the excitation circuit,
overheating of the alternator or defective alternator brushes.
THERE IS NO
RESISTANCE
Are the Watt and RPM
values shown on the display
different from zero?
NO
Execute the procedure
"The SPM valuel is
incorrect"
YES
1
Is the alternator excitation
YES
circuit ok?
Execute the procedure
"The resistance is
incorrect"
NO
Allow it to cool down and
then try again. The
thermal cutout is probably
tripped.
Replace the brushes
NO
Is the alternator
overheated?
YES
Follow the procedure step by step to correctly diagnose the problem. Take particular care with the
checks highlighted by circled numbers, which are described in detail below:
(1) Disconnect the orange cable (excitation) from the alternator. Place the tester probes between
the point where it was connected and the black cable. The measured resistance should be
approximately 4 Ohm.
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6.3. THE RESISTANCE IS INCORRECT
The resistance is incorrect if the alternator does not receive the correct excitation signal or if the
power resistor is defective.
THE
RESISTANCE IS
INCORRECT
1
Is the alternator excitation
voltage correct?
NO
Is the excitation voltage
output by the alternator
interface board correct?
NO
Is the power resistor value
correct?
YES
YES
Replace the alternator
2
YES
Check and/or replace
cable between alternator
and alternator interface
board
3
NO
Replace the power
resistor
4
Does the alternator interface
board receive the correct
control signal?
YES
Replace the alternator
interface board
NO
A
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A
5
NO
YES
Replace the alternator
interface board
Replace the cable
between the panel
connector and the
alternator interface board
Replace the cable
between the CPU board
and the panel connector
Does the CPU board send
the correct control signal to
the alternator interface
board?
YES
6
NO
Is the control signal at the
panel connector correct?
Follow the procedure step by step to correctly diagnose the problem. Take particular care with the
checks highlighted by circled numbers, which are described in detail below:
(1) Place the tester probes between the orange (positive) and black (negative) cables on the
alternator. Select the “Quick Start” function on the display and start exercising on the
machine. When the level of difficulty is varied, maintaining the speed indicated in Table
6.3-1, the excitation voltage should vary as shown in the same table:
SPM = 100 Excitation (Vdc) PFM signal (Hz)
Alternator interface board CPU board Effort level Alternator
The voltages and frequencies quoted above are nominal values.
(2) As for step (2) but with the tester between pins 4 and 5 of connector CN2 on the alternator
interface board.
(3) Disconnect all the cables from the 2 power resistor terminals. Place the tester probes on the 2
terminals and measure the value of the resistance. The correct value for the power resistor is
approximately 0.5 Ohm.
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BE AWARE: Because all tester probes have a non zero internal resistance, which varies
depending on the model and may be in the same order of magnitude as the quantity
being measured, the following procedure is recommended:
1. Measure the internal resistance of the probes by short-circuiting them with each
other;
2. Measure the resistance of the power resistor.
3. The true resistance value is obtained by subtracting the short-circuit resistance of
the probes from the measured value.
(4) As for step (2) but with an oscilloscope between pins 6 and 3 of connector CN1 on the
alternator interface board.
(5) As for step (5) but with the oscilloscope between pins 6 and 3 of connector CN1 of the display
CPU board.
(6) As for step (2) but with an oscilloscope between pins 6 and 3 of panel connector CN11.
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6.4. THE SPM VALUE IS INCORRECT
The occurrence of this error indicates problems with the RPM signal output by the alternator.
THE SPM VALUE IS
INCORRECT
1
Is the SPM purple wire of
cable correctly connected to
the alternator?
YES
Is the SPM signal output
correctly by the alternator?
YES
Is the SPM signal on connector
CN2 of the alternator interface
board correct?
NO
Rewire the cable
correctly
2
NO
Replace the alternator
3
NO
Replace/rewire cable
which connects the
alternator to the
interface board
YES
4
Is the SPM signal on
connector CN1 of the
alternator interface board
correct?
NO
Replace the alternator
interface board
YES
A
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A
Replace the display CPU
board
SI
NO
Is the SPM signal on panel
connector CN11 correct?
SI
5
NO
Is the SPM signal on connector
CN1 of the CPU board correct?
Replace cable which
connects the alternator
interface board to panel
connector CN11
Replace cable which
connects the CPU board
to panel connector
CN11
Follow the procedure step by step to correctly diagnose the problem. Take particular care with the
checks highlighted by circled numbers, which are described in detail below:
(1) Check whether the black and violet wires, which connect the alternator to pins 1 and 5 of CN2
on the alternator interface board, are correctly connected.
(2) Place the probes of an oscilloscope between the violet wire and the alternator ground. When
the speed is varied, the waveform frequency should vary as shown in the table below:
SPM FREQUENCY
(Hz)
90 95
120 127
150 159
(3) As for step (2) but with the oscilloscope probes between pins 1 and 5 of connector CN2 on the
alternator interface board.
(4) As for step (2) but with the oscilloscope probes between pins 5 and 3 of connector CN1 on the
alternator interface board.
(5) As for step (2) but with the oscilloscope probes between pins 5 and 3 of connector CN1 on the
display CPU board.
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6.5. THERE IS NO HEART RATE SIGNAL
6.5.1. TELEMETRIC RECEIVER
The machine displays this error if the receiver is not functioning, or if it fails to receive the power
supply from the CPU board.
THERE IS NO
CARDIO SIGNAL
1
YES
Replace the receiver
2
YES
Replace or repair cable
between CPU board and
receiver
Replace the display CPU
board
NO
Is the supply voltage on the
receiver connector correct?
NO
Is the supply voltage on
connector CN4 of the CPU board
correct.
Follow the procedure step by step to correctly diagnose the problem. Take particular care with the
checks highlighted by circled numbers, which are described in detail below:
(1) Place the tester probes between pins 1 and 3 (corresponding to the red and black wires) of the
4-pin cardio receiver connector: the voltage should be +5 Vdc.
(2) Place the tester probes between pins 1 and 3 (corresponding to the red and black wires) of
connector CN4 on the display CPU board: the voltage should be +5 Vdc.
6.5.2. HAND SENSOR
The machine displays this error if the HS interface board is not functioning, or if it fails to receive
the power supply from the CPU board.
ATTENTION: check that the use of the hand sensors is enabled as described in chapter
9.2. “Technical setting parameters”.
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THERE IS NO HEART
RATE SIGNAL
1
Are the sensors correctly
connected to the HS interface
board?
NO
Reinstate the connection
YES
2
Does the correct supply voltage
reach connector HD4 of the HS
interface board?
YES
Replace the HS interface
board
NO
3
YES
Replace or rewire the cable
connecting the CPU board
to the HS interface board
Replace the CPU board of
the control panel
NO
Does the correct supply voltage
reach connector CN7 of the
CPU board?
Follow the procedure step by step to correctly diagnose the problem. Take particular care with the
checks highlighted by circled numbers, which are described in detail below:
(1) Check the connections, referring to paragraph 2.5. “Wiring diagram with non-coded receiver”.
(2) Place the tester probes between pins 2 and 1 of connector HD4 on the HS interface board: the
measured voltage should be +5 Vdc.
(3) Place the tester probes between pins 4 and 2 of connector CN7 on the CPU board: the
measured voltage should be +5 Vdc.
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6.6. THE TELEMETRIC HEART RATE SIGNAL IS INCORRECT
The machine generates this error if the receiver is disturbed by electromagnetic noise in the
surrounding environment.
THE HEART RATE
SIGNAL IS
INCORRECT
Is the minimum distance
between machines OK?
YES
Is the receiver positioned
correctly, and are the
connecting cables correctly
routed?
YES
Are there sources of
electromagnetic noise near
the receiver?
NO
Move the machines to
the minimum distance
NO
Position the receiver and
the cable correctly
1
Move the machine away
YES
from the electromagnetic
source or attenuate the
power of the noise
NO
2
Is the transmitter in good
working order?
NO
Use a known good
transmitter
YES
A
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A
Change the receiver
YES
Is the transmitter always
within a distance of 80 cm
from the receiver?
NO
Keep the transmitter
within the minimum
reception distance
Follow the procedure step by step to correctly diagnose the problem. Take particular care with the
checks highlighted by the circled numbers, which are described in detail below:
(1) To check for electromagnetic noise near the machine, use a frequency signal monitor
constructed as shown in the schematic below:
The circuit lights the LED for every heart beat and/or disturbance that is received: in this way
it possible to determine whether there is any interference, and identify its sources.
(2) Check the battery power level, using a tester if possible. Otherwise use a receiver or another
“reference” machine to check operation up to a distance of about 80 cm from the receiver.
Consult paragraph 11.1. “Technical notes on cardio receivers” in the Appendix.
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7. DISASSEMBLY OF COMPONENTS
7.1. DISASSEMBLING THE DISPLAY
1. Turn off the machine and unplug the mains
lead from the wall output.
2. Unscrew the 2 screws a using a large Phillips
screwdriver.
3. Remove the tidy rack.
Figure 7.1-1
Figure 7.1-2
4. Unscrew the 4 screws b using a large Phillips
screwdriver.
Support the DISPLAY before removing
the last screw.
The 2 lower screws hold the lexan
instruction panel in place.
Continued on the following page →
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5. Open the DISPLAY taking care to the RJ45RS232 board c.
To remove the DISPLAY:
1. Disconnect connectors d.
2. Remove the DISPLAY.
To reassemble the DISPLAY, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.1-3
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7.2. DISASSEMBLING THE EPROM
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.1. “Disassembling the display”.
With the display on a work bench:
1. Remove EPROM a from its socket using an
integrated-circuit extractor tool.
Figure 7.2-1
To reassemble the EPROM:
1. Make sure that reference index b on the
EPROM coincides with reference notch c on
the socket.
2. Be careful to center the EPROM pins above
their corresponding holes in the socket.
3. Push the pins into the socket.
The EPROM can be irreversibly
damaged if the reference index on the
Figure 7.2-2
EPROM is not correctly aligned with the
notch on the socket, or if its pins are
bent.
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7.3. DISASSEMBLING THE CPU BOARD
Carry out the procedures described in paragraph
7.1. “Disassembling the display”.
With the display placed on a work bench:
1. Disconnect the connectors a.
2. Remove the 5 screws b, using a small
Phillips screwdriver.
3. Remove the CPU board.
These procedures must be carried out on
Figure 7.3-1
a work bench.
To reassemble the CPU BOARD, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
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7.4. DISASSEMBLING THE KEYBOARD
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.1. “Disassembling the display”.
1. Disconnect KEYBOARD connector a.
Figure 7.4-1
With the display placed on a work bench:
1. Use a sharp tool to lift up a corner of the
KEYBOARD and detach it.
To assemble the new KEYBOARD, with the
display on a work bench:
1. Remove the backing film which protects the
adhesive.
2. Apply the adhesive part, starting from the left
and working towards the right, without
bending the KEYBOARD.
3. Insert the connector in the special slot on the
display and connect it to the CPU board.
4. Remove the protective film.
Figure 7.4-2
When reassembling the keyboard, make
sure that none of the keys are bent or
remain pushed in.
The KEYBOARD assembly procedure
can only be carried out once, because
disassembly damages the tracks and
keys.
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7.5. DISASSEMBLING THE CARDIO RECEIVER
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.1. “Disassembling the display”.
With the display on a work bench:
1. Unscrew the 2 screws a using a small
Phillips screwdriver.
2. Open the cover.
Figure 7.5-1
3. Disconnect connector b.
4. Remove the RECEIVER.
To reassemble the RECEIVER, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.5-2
WARNING: route the cables as described in paragraph 11.1. “Technical notes on cardio
receivers”.
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7.6. DISASSEMBLING THE LEVERS
1. Turn off the machine and unplug the mains
lead from the wall outlet.
2. On each side, remove the rubber guard a.
Figure 7.6-1
On each side:
3. Back off the 4 screws b using a 6-mm hex T
wrench.
Support the lever before backing off the
last screw.
4. Remove the lever.
To reassemble the LEVERS, carry out the above
steps in reverse order.
Clean and thoroughly degrease the
Figure 7.6-2
contact surface between the lever and
frame.
On reassembly, the screws c must be
locked down using a torque wrench
setting of 40 Nm (29.5 ft.lbs).
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7.7. DISASSEMBLING THE UPRIGHT GUARD
1. Turn off the machine and unplug the mains
lead from the wall output.
2. Unscrew the 6 screws a which secure the
UPRIGHT GUARD, using a large Phillips
screwdriver.
3. Remove the UPRIGHT GUARD.
To reassemble the UPRIGHT GUARD, carry out
the above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.7-1
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7.8. DISASSEMBLING THE FRAME GUARDS
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.6. “Disassembling the levers”.
On each side:
1. Back off the 3 screws a using a large Phillips
screwdriver.
2. If present, back off the screw inside the
guard, situated in the upper part between the
levers. It can be accessed from the outside
using a large Phillips screwdriver fitted with
an extension.
3. Back off screw b using a large Phillips
screwdriver.
Figure 7.8-1
4. Open out the sides of the FRAME GUARD
and remove it by pulling upward.
To reassemble the FRAME GUARD, carry out
the above steps in reverse order.
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7.9. DISASSEMBLING THE HANDLEBAR
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.7. “Disassembling the upright guard”.
1. Disconnect the 2 connectors a.
2. Unscrew the 4 screws b using an 8-mm hex
T wrench.
3. Remove the HANDLEBAR.
To reassemble the HANDLEBAR, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.9-1
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7.10. DISASSEMBLING THE ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARDS
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards”.
1. On each side, back off the 2 nuts a using a
10-mm wrench.
2. Unscrew the 3 screws b using a medium
Phillips screwdriver.
3. Open the guard of the ELECTRONIC
CIRCUIT BOARD group.
4. Disconnect the 3 connectors of the cables
going to the ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT
Figure 7.10-1
BOARD group.
Figure 7.10-2
To disassemble the POWER SUPPLY c:
1. Disconnect the 2 connectors CN1 and CN2.
2. Disconnect the grounding fast on.
3. Unscrew the 4 screws fixing it to the support
plate using a 7-mm socket wrench.
4. Remove the circuit board.
To disassemble the ALTERNATOR
INTERFACE BOARD d:
1. Disconnect the 3 connectors CN1, CN2 and
CN3.
2. Remove the 4 screws fixing it to the support
plate using a 7-mm socket wrench.
3. Remove the circuit board.
To disassemble the POWER RESISTOR,
situated underneath the alternator:
Check that the resistor is not hot.
1. Unscrew the 2 locknuts of cable RT-5 using a
7-mm wrench and disconnect the 2 cables.
2. Unscrew the 2 locknuts of the resistor using a
10-mm wrench.
3. Remove the resistor.
To reassemble the ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT
Figure 7.10-3
BOARDS, carry out the above steps in reverse
order.
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7.11. DISASSEMBLING THE HS INTERFACE BOARD
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.7. “Disassembling the upright guard”.
1. Disconnect connectors a and b.
2. Back off the 2 screws c using a medium
Phillips screwdriver.
3. Remove the HS INTERFACE BOARD and
its support.
4. To separate the circuit board from its
support, open the 4 fixing clips.
To reassemble the HS INTERFACE BOARD,
carry out the above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.11-1
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7.12. DISASSEMBLING THE HAND SENSORS
1. Turn off the machine and unplug the mains
lead from the wall output.
For each SENSOR:
2. Use a pointed tool (such as a screwdriver) to
leverage inside the SENSOR slot a.
3. Lift the upper SENSOR.
The sensors are attached to the
Figure 7.12-1
handlebar with adhesive tape.
4. Back off the 2 screws b using a small Phillips
screwdriver.
5. Allow the lower SENSOR to drop.
6. To disconnect the SENSORS, disconnect the
Fastons of their fixing cables.
To reassemble the SENSORS, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.12-2
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7.13. DISASSEMBLING THE ALTERNATOR
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards”.
1. Disconnect the ALTERNATOR cables.
2. Unscrew the nut a using a 17-mm wrench.
3. Back off dowel b using a 4-mm hex T
wrench.
4. Move the ALTERNATOR so as to pull out
belt c.
5. Back off the lock nut d of the alternator pivot
e using a 19-mm wrench.
6. Unscrew the alternator pivot e using an 8mm hex wrench, while at the same time
backing off the lock nut d to the point of
disassembly.
7. Remove the ALTERNATOR.
Figure 7.13-1
To reassemble the ALTERNATOR, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
After completing the operation, adjust
the alignment and tension of the belt as
described in paragraphs 8.1. and 8.2. .
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7.14. DISASSEMBLING THE BELT
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards”.
1. Back off the nut a with a 17-mm wrench.
2. Back off the dowel b with a 4-mm hex T
3. Move the alternator toward the flywheel in
wrench.
order to pull the BELT c out of the alternator
pulley.
Figure 7.14-1
4. Remove the BELT from flywheel d.
5. Pull the BELT out through the left pedal
lever group.
6. Remove the BELT.
To reassemble the BELT, carry out the above
steps in reverse order.
After completing the procedure, adjust
the alignment and tension of the belt as
described in paragraphs 8.1. and 8.2. .
Figure 7.14-2
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7.15. DISASSEMBLING THE REAR COVER
1. Turn off the machine and unplug the mains
lead from the wall output.
2. Turn the machine over on one side.
3. Back off the 4 nuts a using a 19 mm wrench.
Support the REAR GUARD before
backing off the last screw.
4. Return the machine to the upright position.
Figure 7.15-1
5. Align the pedals as shown in the figure.
6. Pull up on the REAR COVER, which snaps
onto the frame.
When removing the REAR COVER, be
careful not to knock it against the
pedals.
To reassemble the REAR COVER, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
Before locking down the nuts of the
Figure 7.15-2
REAR GUARD, adjust its lengthwise
positioning, making sure that the levers
do not touch it when they are moved.
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7.16. DISASSEMBLING THE PEDAL LEVER GROUP
Carry out the procedures described in paragraphs
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards” and 7.15.
“Disassembling the rear cover”.
On each side:
1. Back off the screw a using a 6-mm hex T
wrench.
Figure 7.16-1
2. Back off the screw b using a 17-mm wrench.
3. Remove the lever clutch group by pulling it
outward.
Figure 7.16-2
4. Back off the screw c using a 6-mm hex T
wrench.
5. Remove the footboard support group by
pulling it outward, using an extractor tool or
with a pointed tool and rubber hammer.
To reassemble the PEDAL LEVER GROUP,
carry out the above procedure in reverse order.
Before reassembling the PEDAL
LEVER GROUP lubricate the plastic
spacers with a thin film of chain grease.
Figure 7.16-3
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7.17. DISASSEMBLING THE PEDALS GROUP
For each PEDAL:
1. Unscrew the 4 screws a fixing the PEDAL to
the pedal lever using a 5-mm hex T wrench.
2. Remove the PEDAL.
Figure 7.17-1
Figure 7.17-2
On each side of the PEDAL:
3. Back off the screw b using a 3-mm hex T
wrench.
4. Back off the screw c using a 6-mm hex T
wrench.
5. Remove the rubber guard d.
6. Remove the PEDAL SUPPORT by pulling
upward.
7. It is now possible to access the shock
absorber e.
To reassemble the PEDALS GROUP, carry out
the above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.17-3
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7.18. DISASSEMBLING THE PEDAL WHEEL TRACK
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.15. “Disassembling the rear cover”.
On each side:
1. Unscrew the 3 screws a fixing the PEDAL
WHEEL TRACK to the frame using a 5-mm
hex wrench.
2. Raise the pedal upward.
3. Remove the PEDAL WHEEL TRACK.
When removing the PEDAL WHEEL
Figure 7.18-1
TRACK, be careful not to knock it
against the pedals.
To reassemble the PEDAL WHEEL TRACK,
carry out the above steps in reverse order.
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7.19. DISASSEMBLING THE PEDAL WHEELS
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.15. “Disassembling the rear cover”.
For each PEDAL WHEEL:
1. Unscrew the screw a using a 24-mm pin
wrench.
2. Remove the PEDAL WHEEL.
To reassemble the PEDAL WHEELS, carry out
the above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.19-1
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7.20. DISASSEMBLING THE FLYWHEELS
Carry out the procedures described in paragraphs
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards” and 7.16.
“Disassembling the pedal lever group”.
To disassemble the RIGHT FLYWHEEL:
1. Unscrew the fixing screw a of the RIGHT
FLYWHEEL using a 17-mm wrench.
2. Remove the RIGHT FLYWHEEL.
Figure 7.20-1
To disassemble the LEFT FLYWHEEL:
3. Back off the nut b using a 17-mm wrench.
4. Back off dowel c using a 4-mm hex T
wrench.
5. Move the alternator toward the pulley to
remove the belt d from the LEFT
FLYWHEEL.
6. Unscrew the screw e fixing the LEFT
FLYWHEEL using a 17-mm wrench.
7. Remove the LEFT FLYWHEEL.
To reassemble the FLYWHEELS, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.20-2
After completing the disassembly
procedure for the LEFT FLYWHEEL,
adjust the alignment and tension of the
belt as described in paragraphs 8.1. and
8.2. .
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7.21. DISASSEMBLING THE ALTERNATOR BRUSHES
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards”.
1. Disassemble the alternator cable a.
2. Unscrew the BRUSH group clamping screw
b using a large Phillips screwdriver.
3. Remove the BRUSHES.
To reassemble the BRUSHES, carry out the
above steps in reverse order.
Figure 7.21-1
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8. ADJUSTMENTS
8.1. BELT ALIGNMENT
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards”.
1. Back off the lock nut a on the alternator pivot
2. Back off locking dowel c of alternator pivot
3. Placing a straight reference rod d against
4. Adjust alternator pivot b: screwing or
5. After completing the adjustment, lock down
Figure 8.1-1
b using a 19-mm wrench.
b using a 4-mm hex T wrench.
pulley e, check that the reference rod d is
parallel with belt f.
unscrewing causes the alternator to move
forward or backward along the pivot axis.
the dowel c on alternator pivot b and tighten
the lock nut a.
After completing this procedure, check
the belt tension as described in
paragraph 8.2. .
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Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.8. “Disassembling the frame guards”.
1. Back off the nut a using a 17-mm wrench.
2. Back off the dowel b of alternator pivot c.
3. Back off the lock nut d of the alternator pivot
e using a 19-mm wrench.
4. Rotate the alternator on its pivot in such a
way that, at point A, the belt e has a vertical
play of approximately 1 cm.
5. After completing the adjustment, lock down
what previously backed off.
Figure 8.2-1
After completing this procedure, check
the belt alignment, as described in
paragraph 8.1. .
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8.3. WEAR OF ALTERNATOR BRUSHES
Carry out the procedure described in paragraph
7.21. “Disassembling the alternator brushes”.
1. Inspect the 2 brushes for wear, referring to
the figures at left and the descriptions below:
• The brush shown in (A) is correctly worn.
• The brush shown in (B) is irregularly
worn and may result in noise and wear of
the alternator collector.
2. Using abrasive paper, eliminate the pointed
edges as shown in figure (C).
3. After completing the adjustment, lock down
what previously backed off.
Figure 8.3-1
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9. CONFIGURING THE MACHINE
9.1. USER SETTING PARAMETERS
To change the settings of the machine, when the equipment is in the standby mode, press numeric
keys 314 at the same time. The following will appear on the LED matrix:
PASSWORD = 0
Now, use the numeric keys to enter 2406 (the password) and press ENTER to confirm. At this
point, the setting procedure will show on the LED matrix the actual settings.
9.1.1. LANGUAGE USED
When a language is chosen from the list of languages available, all the messages on the display are
automatically shown in the chosen language. To change the current setting, when the language
actually in use will scroll on the LED matrix, press the proper numeric key (from 1 to 6) to choose
the desired language, as for the following table:
• EPROM ISIJ
KEYLANGUAGE
1 ITALIANO
2 ESPAÑOL
3 UK ENGLISH
4 JAPANEASE
• EPROM UFDO
KEYLANGUAGE
1 USA ENGLISH
2 FRANCAIS
3 DEUTSCH
4 NEDERLANDS
and press ENTER to confirm your choice.
9.1.2. MEASUREMENT SYSTEM
Either the EUROPEAN (Kg and Km) or the AMERICAN (pounds and miles) measurement system
can be chosen. To change the current setting, when the measurement system is actually in use will
scroll on the LED matrix, press the proper numeric key (1 or 2) to choose the desired measurement
system, as for the following table:
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KEYMEASUREMENT SYSTEM
1 EUR = EUROPEAN
2 USA = AMERICAN
and press ENTER to confirm your choice.
9.1.3. MAXIMUM TIME
You can set the maximum time that can be programmed for each exercise. To change the current
setting, when the maximum time is actually in use will scroll on the LED matrix:
MAX TIME = xxx
input the desired time using the numeric keys and press ENTER to confirm.
9.1.4. ACTIVATING THE “+” AND “−” KEYS
The user can enable the “+” and “−” keys to modify the target heart rate during exercise sessions in
CPR mode. To change the current setting, when the setting is actually in use will scroll on the LED
matrix:
+/- KEYS / CPR = xxx
press the proper numeric key (1 or 2) to choose the desired setting, as for the following table:
KEY
1 OFF = DISABLED
2 ON = ENABLED
and press ENTER to confirm your choice.
“+” AND “−” KEYS
9.1.5. DISABLING THE FUNCTION KEYS
The function keys can be disabled so that exercise sessions can be started only using the TGS
portable memory. To change the current setting, when the setting is actually in use will scroll on the
LED matrix:
FUNCTION KEYS = xxx
press the proper numeric key (1 or 2) to choose the desired setting, as for the following table:
KEYFUNCTION KEYS
1 OFF = DISABLED
2 ON = ENABLED
and press ENTER to confirm your choice.
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9.1.6. ENABLING THE “ENTER” KEY
The “ENTER” key can be enabled to increase the amount of exercising time during manual and
CPR training sessions. To change the current setting, when the setting is actually in use will scroll
on the LED matrix:
ENTER TO INCREASE TIME = xxx
press the proper numeric key (1 or 2) to choose the desired setting, as for the following table:
KEY“ENTER” KEY
1 OFF = DISABLED
2 ON = ENABLED
and press ENTER to confirm your choice.
9.1.7. SETTING THE PRIORITY
For cases where both the chest band and hand sensor are present, it is possible to configure which
one should be the priority source for the heart rate display. Obviously, if there is a signal available
from only one of the 2 sources, it will be used even if it has not been configured as the priority
source. To change this setting, when the LED display is showing the current priority value, press the
number keys (from 1 to 2) to set the desired priority as shown in the following table:
KEYPRIORITY
1 CHEST BAND PRIORITY
2 HEART SENSOR PRIORITY
then press ENTER to confirm the changes made.
The system will now go back to the standby mode. The “CLEAR” key can be pressed at any time to
interrupt the setup procedure and return the equipment to the standby mode.
9.2. TECHNICAL SETTING PARAMETERS
To change the settings of the machine, when the equipment is in the standby mode, press numeric
keys 314 at the same time. The following will appear on the LED matrix:
PASSWORD = 0
Now, use the numeric keys to enter 2501 (the password) and press ENTER to confirm. At this
point, the setting procedure will show on the LED matrix the actual settings.
9.2.1. TYPE OF LEVER SYSTEM
You can set the type of lever system of the machine. To change the current setting, when the lever
system actually in use will scroll on the LED matrix, press the proper numeric key (1 or 2) to choose
the lever system of the machine, as for the following table:
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KEYLEVER SYSTEM
1 TNS = FIXED TYPE
2 TNSS = MOVABLE TYPE
and press ENTER to confirm your choice.
9.2.2. ENABLING USE OF THE HAND SENSOR
It is possible to enable the use of the sensors acquisition of the heart rate. To change this setting,
when the LED display is showing the current configuration, press the number keys (from 1 to 2) to
enable or disable the hand sensor, as indicated in the table below:
KEYHEART SENSOR
1 OFF = DISABLED
2 ON = ENABLED
then press ENTER to confirm the changes made.
9.2.3. ENABLING THE DISPLAY MODE
It is possible to enable a display mode function which automatically scrolls the data shown on the 7
segment display. To change the setting, when the LED display is showing the current configuration,
press the number keys (from 1 to 2) to enable or disable the scrolling function, as shown in the table
below:
KEYDISPLAY MODE
1 OFF = DISABLED
2 ON = ENABLED
then press ENTER to confirm the choice.
The system will now go back to the standby mode. The “CLEAR” key can be pressed at any time to
interrupt the setup procedure and return the equipment to the standby mode.
9.3. MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
In order to perform regular maintenance correctly, the actual number of hours the equipment has
been operated and turned on can be visualized by entering a special access code. With the
equipment in the standby mode, press numeric keys 314 at the same time. The following message
will appear on the matrix display:
PASSWORD = 0
Enter code 1508 (password) and press ENTER to confirm. At this point, the LED matrix will scroll
the memorized values of the following information.
9.3.1. HOURS ON
The number of hours the machine has been turned on:
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HOURS ON = xxx
Press ENTER to go ahead.
9.3.2. HOURS OF USE
The number of hours the machine has been operating:
HOURS OF USE = xxx
Press ENTER to go ahead.
The equipment will now return to the standby mode.
9.4. CHANGING THE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
To set the maintenance information at the desired values (for example after replacing the CPU
board), with the equipment in the standby mode, press number keys 314 at the same time. The
following message will appear on the matrix display:
PASSWORD = 0
Enter code 2709 (password) and press ENTER to confirm. At this point, the LED matrix will show
the values you can change.
9.4.1. HOURS ON
To change this value, when the value actually in memory will scroll on the LED matrix:
HOURS ON = xxx
input the desired value using the numeric keys to enter and press ENTER to confirm. Just press
ENTER to maintain the original value.
9.4.2. HOURS OF USE
To change this value, when the value actually in memory will scroll on the LED matrix:
HOURS OF USE = xxx
input the desired value using the numeric keys to enter and press ENTER to confirm. Just press
ENTER to maintain the original value.
The system will now go back to the standby mode. The “CLEAR” key can be pressed at any time to
interrupt the setup procedure and return the equipment to the standby mode.
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10. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
To keep the machine in perfect working order and prevent the risk of malfunction, it is necessary to
perform the scheduled maintenance operations set out in the table below. There are 3 basic types of
maintenance operations:
• External cleaning operations;
• Routine maintenance operations;
• Special maintenance operations.
The prescribed frequency differs for each type of operation, as does the required level of operator
qualification. The following paragraphs detail the recommended procedures.
10.1. EXTERNAL CLEANING OPERATIONS
These operations can be carried out by the owner of the machine and do not require any
special skills.
The external cleaning operations are involve simple cleaning for the purposes of general hygiene.
These should be performed at least once a week.
For external cleaning, proceeds as follows:
10.1.1. SETTING UP THE OPERATION
1. Turn off the machine by placing the switch in the 0 position (OFF).
2. Unplug the mains lead from the wall outlet.
10.1.2. CLEANING OPERATIONS
1. Using a cloth moistened with a neutral detergent (non acidic), clean the entire machine, taking
care not to rub too vigorously, especially on the keys of the display.
Never spray the cleaning product directly on the machine.
WARNING: do not use alcohol, petrol or chemical products in general.
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10.2. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
These operations can be carried out by the owner of the machine and do not require any
special skills.
The internal cleaning procedures are simple cleaning operations aimed at keeping the interior of the
machine clean. It is recommended to perform these operations at least once a month.
For internal cleaning of the machine, proceed as follows:
10.2.1. SETTING UP THE OPERATION
1. Turn off the machine by placing the switch in the 0 position (OFF).
2. Unplug the mains lead from the wall outlet.
3. Open the machine guards.
10.2.2. CLEANING OPERATIONS
1. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the interior, paying particular attention to the alternator and the
electronic circuit boards.
WARNING: when carrying out these operations, be careful not to damage the cables.
2. Clean the pedal wheel guideway using a nylon brush.
3. Move the machine and clean the floor underneath using a vacuum cleaner.
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10.3. SPECIAL MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
These operations can only be carried out by a qualified technician specifically trained by
Technogym and authorized to carry out machine installation and adjustments, as well as
special maintenance operations or repairs which require special knowledge of the
machine, its operation, safety systems and working procedures.
The special maintenance procedures involve checking the operation, lubrication, wear and tension
of the mechanical components so as to ensure perfect and safe operation of the machine. It is
recommended to carry out these operations at least once every 6 months.
For the special maintenance of the machine, proceed as follows:
10.3.1. SETTING UP THE OPERATION
1. Turn off the machine by placing the switch in the 0 position (OFF).
2. Unplug the mains lead from the wall outlet
3. Open the machine guards
10.3.2. CHECKING THE WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Check that the machine is connected directly to the wall outlet, without any extension cords, and
that the outlet is correctly earthed.
2. If the machine is supplied in cascade through other machines, check that no more than 5
machines (maximum number permitted) have been connected together in this way.
3. Using a multimeter, check that the machine earth node is correctly connected to earth.
10.3.3. CHECKING THE WIRING AND CONNECTIONS
1. Check the condition of all the cables:
• External conditions;
• Possible rusting of the connectors;
• Electrical continuity of the individual conductors;
• Isolation of individual conductors relative to ground.
Repair and/or replace any non-conforming cables.
2. Check the condition of the fuses using a tester.
10.3.4. CHECKING THE DISPLAY
1. Check the operation of all the keys on the keyboard.
2. Check the operation of all the LEDs and the buzzer on the display.
10.3.5. CHECKING THE WEAR OF THE RUBBER HANDLEBAR COVER
1. Check the state of wear of the rubber covering the handlebars and the levers. Replace if they
show evident signs of wear.
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10.3.6. CHECKING THE STATE OF WEAR OF THE ALTERNATOR BELT
1. Check the state of wear of the belt, turning it by hand using the alternator flywheel. In particular,
check the edges and the inner part of the belt. Replace if it shows evident signs of wear.
2. Check the tension and the alignment of the belt. Adjust them if necessary.
10.3.7. LUBRICATING THE LEVER GROUP
1. Check the state of wear and the play of the lever group and the footboard swivel system. Adjust
if necessary.
2. Lubricate the bearings and joints using spray grease.
3. Check the condition and adhesion of the 4 shock absorbers under the pedals.
10.3.8. CHECKING THE OPERATION OF THE CARDIO RECEIVER
1. Using a separate heart rate monitor, put on the transmitter strap and check that the machine and
the separate monitor both measure the same heart rate, and that when the strap is disconnected
the machine does not receive any signal.
2. Using a heart rate frequency simulator, check that the machine detects the variations in the heart
rate.
3. If the machine is equipped with a coded receiver (PCD technology), put on the coded strap and
wait for the machine to display the measured heart rate. At this point, using a heart rate
frequency simulator, check that the machine does not detect its presence and doesn’t alter the
previously measured heart rate.
10.3.9. CHECKING THE OPERATION OF THE HAND SENSOR RECEIVER
1. Using a separate heart rate meter, check that, when the sensors are gripped, both the machine
and the separate meter read out the same frequency, and that when the sensors are released the
machine does not detect any signal.
10.3.10. CHECKING THE RESISTANCE SETTING
1. Select the manual training program and check that, when the difficulty level is changed, the
resistance of the machine varies accordingly.
10.3.11. CHECKING THE NOISE OF THE BRUSHES
1. With no workout program selected, check that the alternator brushes do not make any noise.
Replace them or smooth down their profile if they show evident signs of wear.
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11. APPENDIX
11.1. TECHNICAL NOTES ON CARDIO RECEIVERS
Technogym utilizes Polar technology for measuring the heart rate frequency of the person training
on the machine. The Polar system consists of:
• a transmitter, worn by the person training on the machine, which uses 2 electrodes to detect the
electrical activity of the heart and transmits the measured heart rate by sending an
electromagnetic signal at a frequency of 5 KHz.
• a receiver, shown in the figure below, which consists of:
Figure 11.1-1
− an antenna a, designated the “coil”, which receives the signal from the transmitter strap
worn by the user.
− an integrated circuit b, designated the ASIC, which has the function of filtering the analog
signal and generating a pulse train corresponding to the received heart rate.
− two contacts c parallel to the coil, on which a 15 KOhm resistor is sometimes mounted.
The receiver is connected to the CPU board by means of 3 wires for:
− +5 Vdc power supply;
− Output signal (heart rate);
− ground.
The output is a digital signal that is normally at 5 Vdc and goes to 0 Vdc for a few msec when a
heart beat is detected, as shown in the figure below.
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There are 3 types of problems which can typically occur on the heart rate signal:
• interference caused by disturbances from sources of electromagnetic noise. These problems
cause the heart rate signal to deviate from the rear value, typically making it higher;
• saturation caused by disturbances from sources of electromagnetic noise. In this case the
receiver is no longer able to detect any heart rate signal;
• cross-talk similar to the interference problem, but is caused by reception of a signal from
another strap, typically worn by users on adjacent machines if they are too close together.
The following paragraphs contain various suggestions which may be useful for improving the
reception of the cardio signal.
11.1.1. TYPE OF ASIC
The cardio receivers can be equipped with 3 different types of ASIC models, identifiable by the
code marked on the component: MAS, FTC or HRRE. These ASICs are characterized by different
reception ranges and different levels of immunity to noise. Tests have determined that the maximum
reception distances are as follows:
ASIC DISTANCE
(cm)
MAS 90
FTC 100
HRRE 85
As regards sensitivity to noise, the best ASIC is the HRRE model. This ASIC is also the one
recommended by the manufacturer.
11.1.2. PRESENCE OF ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS
The receiver is sensitive to electromagnetic fields produced by the switching of LEDs, motor
brushes, the commutation of power devices, monitors, neon lights, stereo equipment, etc., which can
impair its operation. It has been found that such electromagnetic fields directly affect the analog part
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of the receiver (detected by the coil) whereas they have no effect on digital components such as the
CPU receiver connecting cable.
Electromagnetic interference can take different forms: on the one hand, the receiver may detect and
hence generate spurious transients or periodic noise pulse, or on the other hand the receiver may
become saturated. The presence of transients is generally accompanied by irregular blinking of the
heart rate LED on the display, but does not affect the value shown which is processed by special SW
filters. The presence of periodic noise pulse effect the heart rate signal. Saturation of the receiver,
on the other hand, is a phenomenon which, depending on its intensity, can reduce the maximum
reception distance until it becomes completely impossible to receive a signal.
In the presence of electromagnetic noise, use the frequency signal monitor shown in the schematic
below to determine the presence, intensity and effect of the fields.
This circuit causes the LED to light for every heart beat and/or transient detected: in this way it is
possible to determine whether there is electromagnetic noise, and identify its source.
The only effective solution in the presence of electromagnetic interference is to reduce the power of
the noise source, using a trial and error method based principally on:
• Shielding the noise source.
• Increasing the distance between the noise source and the receiver, if necessary by changing the
position of the machines.
It is also possible to reduce the receiver’s ability to detect interference by:
• Changing the position of the receiver;
• Reducing the sensitivity of the receiver (see paragraph 11.1.3. );
• In some cases, it was found to be effective to screen the receiver inside a tagger box having a
thickness of 0.15 mm.
Please note that these are merely some possible suggestions, and that the effectiveness of the
chosen solution must be verified in practice.
11.1.3. REDUCING RECEIVER SENSITIVITY
It is possible to diminish the receiver’s sensitivity in order to reduce its range of reception. This
solution is recommended in the following cases:
• presence of electromagnetic fields which interfere with reception or saturate the receiver;
• problems due to interaction between the receiver on one machine and the signal transmitted by a
user training on another machine that is too close and cannot be moved farther away.
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Sensitivity is reduced by soldering a resistor in parallel with the coil. Normally, the receiver already
has a 15 KOhm resistor mounted in parallel with the coil, however it is advisable to check for its
presence.
The following table shows the nominal values of reception distance based on the value of the
resistor soldered on the coil:
RESISTANCE
(Ohm)
DISTANCE
(cm)
15K 89
13K 88
11K 87
9K1 85
6K8 84
5K1 81
3K 74
2K 69
1K 57
Please note that these are only nominal values. The actual reduction in sensitivity must be verified
experimentally, taking great care not to excessively reduce the reception distance.
WARNING: if there is already a 15 KOhm resistor mounted in parallel with the coil,
note that adding another resistor in parallel will produce a total resistance value
equivalent to the parallel combination of the added resistor and the existing 15 KOhm
resistor.
11.1.4. MECHANICAL VIBRATIONS
Mechanical vibrations may cause slight shifting of the coil, giving rise to transient impulses. If these
transients occur only occasionally they can be easily filtered by SW. However, if the mechanical
vibrations are periodic, they can produce periodic pulses which may be interpreted as correct heart
rate values.
To eliminate or reduce the effects of vibration, house the receiver between the foam pads in such a
way that any vibrations are correctly damped.
11.1.5. POSITION OF THE RECEIVER
Carefully position the receiver according to the specifications below:
• the coil must be directed toward the user;
• the coil must be positioned well away (even a few centimeters) from the LEDs;
• the cable must be folded immediately after the connection on the receiver, so that it does not
pass near the coil;
• the receiver must be directed in such a way that its axis of reception is parallel to that of the
transmitter, as shown in the figure below:
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Figure 11.1-2
Please note that even small departures from the above specifications may considerably impair
the accuracy of reception.
The optimal configuration is therefore that shown in the figure below:
Figure 11.1-3
11.1.6. ROUTING OF CABLES
Particular care must be taken in the routing of cables to prevent interference with the receiver coil.
Figure 11.1-4
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11.2. PERSONAL CODED DEVICE
The machine can be equipped with a new heart rate receiver based on the PERSONAL CODED
DEVICE technology developed exclusively by Technogym in conjunction with POLAR.
Thanks to a special receiver installed on the machine, and using a new “coded” chest strap, the
machine receives only the heart rate signal from its own user. This makes it possible to eliminate the
cross-talk problems, because each machine is selectively tuned into the heart rate signal transmitted
by its user. This new feature translates into a considerable advantage for the health club owner: with
the PCD system, it will now be possible to install cardio machines closer together, thereby fitting a
greater number of machines into a given floor space area.
This technology is an evolution of the Polar Coded technology, with which it is fully
compatible. The PCD system differs from Polar’s standard coded technology because it
incorporates certain features which ensure a more accurate and precise reception of the
heart rate signal.
11.2.1. OPERATING MODES
The new system is based on the fact that the coded strap transmits the user’s heart rate signal
accompanied by a special transmitter identification code. In fact, when the user puts on a coded
strap, the strap randomly selects one of 28 available codes and starts to transmit using that code. The
transmitted signal is shown in the figure below:
It should be noted that:
• The transmitter sends the measured heart rate together with another 2 pulses which represent the
coding.
• The 2 coding pulses are very close together (20 msec) and separated from the heart rate pulse by
a value T proportional to the transmission code, according to the table below:
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Code T (msec)
1 35
2 40
3 45
4 50
.. ..
27 165
28 170
At the start of the training session, the coded receiver first of all seeks to detect a coded signal for a
maximum of 10 seconds. This is done in reduced sensitivity mode to avoid receiving a signal from
users on adjacent machines. If no coded signal is found, the receiver searches for a non-coded signal
and functions in the traditional manner.
Consequently:
• If the user wears a “coded” strap and trains on a machine equipped with a Coded
receiver: the machine tunes into the user’s heart rate signal and operates in “coded” mode.
Synchronization time 3 - 7 seconds maximum.
• If the user wears a “standard” strap and trains on machine equipped with a Coded
receiver: the machine receives the user’s heart rate signal, but does not operate in “coded”
mode. Synchronization time 10 - 15 seconds maximum.
If the machines are installed extremely close together, there may be interference
problems in reading the user’s heart rate signal, as on traditional machines.
• If the user wears a “coded” strap and trains on a machine equipped with a “standard”
receiver: the machine receives the user’s heart rate signal, but does not operate in “coded”
mode. Synchronization time 3 - 7 seconds maximum.
• If the user wears a “standard” strap and trains on a machine equipped with a “standard”
receiver: this is the old operating mode of the machines.
WARNING: please note that the PCD system is based on the existing technology, with
the addition of the code signal. Therefore, this system can resolve problems of
interference in reading the user’s heart rate but not those relating to saturation of the
receiver in environments with very high levels of electromagnetic disturbance.
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TECHNOGYM INDUSTRIE S.r.l.
Via G. Perticari, 20
47035 Gambettola (FC)
ITALIA
Tel.: +39-0547-56047
Fax: +39-0547-650150
e-mail: service@technogym.com
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