Cateye Home Gym EC C400R User Manual

Cateye Ergometer  
MODEL EC-C400R  
Instruction Manual  
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INTRODUCTION  
Thank you very much for your purchase of the Model EC-C400R Cateye Ergometer. The model EC-400R is a new  
high-tech exerciser with a built-in computerized training system designed specifically to promote cardiovascular fitness  
and overall endurance, the keystone of good health. With its endurance test program and four training programs, the  
EC-C400R will help you to maintain or improve your physical strength in a fun and pleasant way. We hope you will  
make good use of your Cateye Ergometer for years to come.  
Before using your new exerciser, please read this manual carefully. Then store it in a safe place along with the warranty card.  
Symbol marks used for safety precautions in this manual  
The descriptions accompanying the following symbol marks in this manual refer to very important matters in terms of  
your safety and handling of the unit.  
You are strongly urged to observe these precautions.  
Warning  
Caution  
Failure to observe this warning could result in serious injury or death.  
Failure to observe this warning could result in physical injury or damage to the EC-C400R.  
Important  
Operations which require caution, items which should be observed in particular as well as certain  
additional information are presented in this manual.  
Reference  
This symbol mark denotes helpful information or associated items.  
FOR SAFE OPERATION  
For safe use, always observe the following rules.  
WARNING  
• Before using the EC-C400R, it is important to consult a medical specialist if you are suffering from any of the following: heart  
disease (angina pectoris, myocardial infarction), hypertension, diabetes, respiratory disease (asthma, chronic bronchitis,  
pulmonary emphysema, etc.), articular metamorphosis, rheumatism, gout, or other diseases and physical complaints. Preg-  
nant women should also consult their doctor before commencing a training program.  
• If you are not used to regular physical activity, it may be dangerous to suddenly engage in strenuous activity. Increase your  
exercise level gradually.  
• If you feel sick or sense something is wrong with your body during exercise, stop immediately.  
• Close supervision is necessary when this exerciser is used by, or near children, persons in poor health, or disabled persons.  
CAUTION  
Always unplug from the electrical outlet immedi-  
ately after using and before cleaning. Do not  
leave plugged in.  
Never operate the exerciser with the air vents  
blocked. Keep the air vents free of lint, hair, and  
the like.  
Turn all controls to the off position before  
removing the plug from the outlet. Remove the  
plug without pulling the cord.  
Never drop or insert any object into an opening.  
Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products  
are being used or where oxygen is being adminis-  
tered.  
Avoid using the unit in manners other than those de-  
scribed in this manual. When repairing the unit, be  
sure to use genuine parts for Cateye EC-C400R only.  
Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.  
Avoid using or storing the unit outdoors or in ar-  
eas where it is exposed to direct sunlight.  
Do not use the unit in areas where temperature  
or humidity are high.  
Do not use the unit if the cord or plug is dam-  
aged, when the unit does not operate normally,  
when it has been dropped or damaged, or when it  
is wet. If such events have occurred, contact our  
authorized dealer in your location.  
Do not touch the main unit or plug if your hands  
are wet.  
Close supervision is necessary when this exerciser  
is used by, or near children, persons in poor  
health, or disabled persons.  
This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part  
15 of FCC Rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the  
Class B limits may be attached to this computer. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interfer-  
ence to radio and TV reception.  
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PART NAMES  
Main body  
Control unit  
HILL  
HR CONTROL  
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2
3
ADVANCE  
AEROBIC  
AEROBIC  
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1
4
INTERVAL  
2
WEIGHT LOSS  
1
2
3
TO OPERATE  
MANUALLY PRESS  
"QUICK"  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
STOP  
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9
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5
7
Pulse (earlobe)  
sensor  
Cable clip  
Control unit  
Pulse sensor jack  
Crank  
Joint fitting  
Seat  
Handlebar  
Pedal  
Main body  
Grip  
Seat lock pin  
Rear support pipe  
Earlobe  
sensor  
(Right side)  
Power switch  
AC adapter  
inlet  
Seat pipe  
Inner pipe  
Level adjuster  
Rear leg  
Front leg  
Caster  
Leveling knob  
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1 Liquid crystal display (LCD)  
6 Number -/+ buttons  
When entering data:  
2 Pattern display  
Used to increase or decrease the numeric value or to se-  
lect an item.  
During exercise:  
When Hill training or Interval training have been  
selected, the pattern (hill shape or training interval) which  
is set is indicated by a lamp.  
Used to increase or decrease the pedal torque (resistance)  
or wattage.  
When the training program finishes:  
Used to scroll an exercise graph to assess the training his-  
3 Target pulse  
Lights and displays the target pulse when the HR control  
training has been selected.  
tory.  
4 Training select buttons  
7 MODE button  
FITNESS TEST .. Fitness test is selected.  
HR CONTROL ... HR control training is selected.  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE ........ Constant wattage control training is se-  
lected.  
When entering data:  
Used to go to the next item in the condition settings.  
Pressing this button when the check display is in view re-  
verts to the initial display.  
HILL .................... Hill training is selected.  
INTERVAL ........ Interval training is selected.  
QUICK ................ Quick start training is selected.  
During exercise, or when an exercise program finishes:  
Used to switch the numeric value display at the right-  
hand side of the display.  
5 STOP button  
8 START button  
Skips the cool-down phase, or ends the program.  
Sends the program to the next stage.  
9 Card slot (Safety key slot)  
Insert a data card.  
Insert the safety key when the safety key function is acti-  
vated.  
LCD  
1 Pulse Scale (pulse/minute)  
2 Load Scale (Pedal Resistance) (kg·m)  
3 Upper Pulse Limit  
7 Pulse (bpm: pulse/minute)  
MODE  
Pressing the MODE  
display.  
button switches to the wattage  
8 Pedal Cadence (rpm)  
The upper pulse limit determined by your age is  
MODE  
Pressing the MO D E  
button switches to the  
displayed.  
consumed calories display.  
9 Time Scale (minute)  
0 Button navigation  
4 Pulse Graph  
5 Load Graph (Pedal Resistance)  
6 Exercise Time  
P r e ssin g a p a r t icu la r b u t t o n b r in gs u p t h e  
corresponding information.  
MODE  
Pressing the MODE  
button switches to the loading  
level (pedal resistance) display.  
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START GUIDE  
1 Starting with assembly ............................................................. 7  
2 How to adjust each part .......................................................... 10  
3 Connecting the pulse sensor.................................................. 12  
4 Trying out the EC-C400R for the first time ........................ 13  
5 The 6 kinds of programs ........................................................ 16  
6 Using the EC-C400R without a data card ........................... 18  
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1 STARTING WITH ASSEMBLY  
Follow the steps starting from the next page and assemble the unit as shown in the figure below.  
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Mount the front leg.  
• Remove the leg plate from the main unit. (This plate will not be used  
for assembly.)  
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• Place the front leg (with casters) under the main unit as shown in  
Hexagon wrench  
figure and fasten screws securely with the hexagon wrench making  
sure nuts locate at the bottom of the leg.  
Front leg(with casters)  
Nuts  
Mount the rear leg.  
• Place the rear leg (with level adjuster) under the rear support pipe as  
shown in figure and fasten screws securely with the hexagon wrench  
making sure nuts locate at the bottom of the leg.  
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Nuts  
Rear leg(with level adjuster)  
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3 MMouonunttththee sseeaatttoanthde hseaant dpliepebausri.ng the large screws and the  
Spring washer  
Small screw  
Flat washer  
handlebar using the small ones.  
Seat  
Spring washer  
Flat washer  
Large screw  
Handlebar  
Assemble the rear frame.  
• Loosen and remove the seat height lock knob.  
• Insert the rear support pipe into the socket of seat pipe. Select any  
height and tighten the knob.  
Seat height  
lock knob  
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Rear support pipe  
Connect the Inner pipe.  
• First, connect the pulse sensor cables.  
Caution: If the connection is incomplete, the pulse rate will not  
be displayed. Be sure to fully insert the connector.  
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Grip  
Screws  
• Insert the front end of the inner pipe into the joint of the main unit and  
fastenitsecurelywiththetwoscrewsandthegrip.  
Joint fitting  
Inner pipe  
Pulse sensor cable  
Caution: • To prevent the connected cord from becoming  
slack, bundle the cords into the inner pipe. If the  
pipe is inserted though the cord is not taut, the cord  
may get caught, result in disconnection.  
Excess  
• When removing the inner pipe, ensure that two  
persons carry out this task. When removing the in-  
ner pipe, the pulse sensor cord may be pulled acci-  
dentally resulting in disconnection.  
Fold  
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Attach the pedals.  
• Use the No.15 end of the spanner to attach the pedals firmly to the  
cranks.  
• The right and left pedals are different, so be sure to check for R and  
L marks.  
• Tighten the right pedal by turning clockwise, and the left pedal by  
turning counterclockwise.  
Caution: If the pedals are not attached firmly enough to the  
crank, they can cause an irritating noise. Be sure to  
attach them firmly.  
Crank  
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No.15 end of the  
spanner  
Front  
Right  
Left  
Attach the control unit base to control unit.  
Reference: Units of weight, and units of pedaling resistance can  
be changed using the select switches at the back of the  
control unit. The settings before shipping are as fol-  
lows; units of weight: lbs, and units of pedaling resis-  
tance unit: kg·m.  
Screw  
For information on the various settings which can be  
carried out with these switches, refer to the Reference  
section on page 48.  
• Attach the control unit base to the back of the control unit as illus-  
trated and fasten the base by the 4 screws.  
Control unit base  
• Insert the cable connector coming out of the main unit into the cable  
inlet at the back of the control unit, until it clicks into place.  
Caution: Ensure that the connector is completely connected. If  
the connection is insufficient the unit will not work.  
Cable inlet  
Cable connector  
Control unit  
• Place the control unit on the main unit as illustrated and fasten it by  
the 4 screws.  
Screw  
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2HOW TO ADJUST EACH PART  
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Level Adjustment  
• Turn the level adjuster on the rear leg so that the unit is placed sta-  
bly.  
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Indication line  
• When the indication line on the level adjuster is at the top, the rear  
leg is at the same level as the caster of the front leg.  
Level adjuster  
Adjust the seat position.  
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• Pull the seat slide lock pin to allow the seat to slide forward/backward sitting on the seat. When the seat reaches the  
desired position, release your hand from the seat slide lock pin and then attempt to move the seat slightly.  
The seat position can be adjusted while pulling up the seat lock pin. When desired seat position is obtained, release the  
lock pin free and move the seat slightly and the lock pin will click into the nearest hole by spring pressure. Holes are  
provided at an interval of 3 cm(1-3/16").  
Caution:  
• When adjusting the seat position, make sure to slide the seat while the grip is being held. If the  
seat is slid while the control unit is being held, the unit may be damaged.  
• When the seat height is set at a lower position, do not pull the spring lock pin while seated, as the  
seat may suddenly slide down backward.  
• When sliding the seat, take care not to break the pulse sensor cable.  
Slide  
Grip  
Pull  
Lock pin  
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Adjust the seat height.  
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• The seat height can be adjusted at your choice.  
• Loosen and remove the seat height lock knob, supporting the seat  
pipe with the other hand.  
• Move up or down the seat pipe to the desired height and screw-in  
the seat height lock knob. While tightening the knob lift the seat  
pipe slightly for easier screwing. Holes are provided at an interval of  
3 cm(1-3/16").  
Seat height  
lock knob  
Seat pipe  
Adjust the pedal belts.  
• It is possible to adjust the pedal belt length according to your shoes  
size.  
Recommended exercise posture.  
• Adjust the seat position as illustrated. Find the position where your  
knee is slightly bent when the pedal is at the farthest position.  
Caution:  
When moving the main unit, lift the rear frame hold-  
ing by the seat height lock knob, and roll the casters.  
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3 CONNECTING THE PULSE SENSOR  
This model detects and displays your pulse rate during exercise by the earlobe sensor from your earlobe. Being a sensitive elec-  
tronic part, the earlobe sensor must be handled with sufficient care.  
Important: When the chest-belt sensor is used, remove the earlobe sensor plug from the control unit. Signals from the chest-  
belt sensor cannot be received if the earlobe sensor is connected.  
Connect the pulse sensor.  
• Insert the plug of the cable (coming out of the left side of the main  
unit) into the pulse sensor jack at the back of the control unit.  
• Insert the pulse sensor plug into the jack on the side of the inner pipe  
end cover.  
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Caution: If the plug is not pushed fully home, the pulse might  
not be measured correctly.  
• Attach the sensor clip to the handlebar, clipping the sensor cable in  
position.  
Caution:  
Pulse sensor  
jack  
Pulling the pulse sensor with forth may result in dis-  
connection. Handle the sensor carefully.  
Pulse sensor plug  
Pulse sensor  
jack  
Sensor clip  
Pulse sensor plug  
Sensor clip  
Use of sensor clip.  
Pulse (earlobe) sensor  
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• Always clip the pulse sensor to the sensor clip when it is not being  
used. This sensor clip can also be used to adjust the slack of the  
cable.  
Handlebar  
Cable clip  
Use pulse (earlobe) sensor during exercise.  
• Clip the pulse sensor at the center of your right or left earlobe.  
• When it is cold, massage your earlobe before use to improve blood  
circulation.  
Pulse (earlobe)  
sensor  
• Attach the cable clip to your clothes to prevent excessive swinging of  
the sensor cable.  
• Ear rings or other ornaments must be removed before attaching the  
sensor and during exercise.  
• Try not to change the position of the pulse sensor during the exer-  
cise.  
Cable clip  
• When removing the pulse sensor after exercise, be sure to remove  
also the cable holder.  
Pulse (earlobe)  
sensor  
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TRYING OUT THE EC-C400R FOR THE FIRST TIME  
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Power switch  
AC adapter  
inlet  
exerciser.  
• Insert the plug of the AC adaptor into any household AC outlet  
Plug  
(120V).  
Because of the danger of electric shock, do not  
insert the AC plug into an outlet if your hands are  
Warning  
wet.  
Caution:  
• Do not use any AC adaptor other than the one sup-  
plied with the Model EC-C400R.  
• Connect the power plug directly to a power socket,  
for example one on the wall. If two or more ma-  
chines are connected using an extension cord, etc.,  
a
power voltage failure may occur and the ma-  
chine may not operate properly.  
• Turn on the power switch.  
• The initial display appears and prompts you to insert the card or to  
select a training mode.  
• Attach the earlobe sensor to your earlobe. When it is cold,rub your  
earlobe to facilitate blood circulation before attaching the earlobe  
sensor.  
Insert the start card (the red card provided).  
• Find the red card (start card) in the packaging of the exerciser. Insert  
this card into the slot of the control unit (card slot).  
If the card is inserted in the wrong direction, a card read  
error occurs and operation does not start. Make sure to insert the  
card in the direction shown in the diagram.  
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Caution: Use only the red card at this stage. It is a sample card  
with exercise data already stored in it. The unit will  
not work with the black cards since they do not con-  
tain any data yet.  
Start card  
Card slot  
• For information on how to make a data card, refer to page 42.  
Check the screen display.  
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• The display on which the training conditions can be checked ap-  
pears, as described below. The function of each button is shown at  
the bottom of the display.  
Important: If this display does not appear or if a card error ap-  
pears in the display, pull the card out and insert it  
again slowly.  
Reference: Settings which have already been specified can be  
changedonthedisplay.Fornow,however,thegoalisget  
youacquaintedwithModelEC-C400R.Pleaseproceed,  
therefore,tothefollowinginstructions.Forinformation  
on how to change various settings, refer to “Using the  
EC-C400R without a data card” on page 18.  
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• The numeric values in the display represent various training condi-  
tion settings.  
1 “Hill” shows the type of training program and is short for “Hill  
training” where the pedal load (i.e. resistance) changes automati-  
cally to simulate the effect of cycling in mountainous terrain.  
2 “Pattern 1” indicates the shape of the mountain to be climbed. “1”  
is the gentlest slope.  
3 “Age 50” is your age. For now, leave this setting as it is.  
4 “Exercise Time 16:00” is the exercise time of this training session.  
For now, leave this setting as it is.  
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START  
Press the  
button to start.  
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Starting exercise  
START  
• Press the  
button.  
• A buzzer sounds and the hill training display appears.  
• “START” as well as a mountain-like shape appear in the display,  
signifying that the hill training session has started.  
Start pedaling slowly.  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
QUICK  
START  
WATTAGE  
• This display shows various conditions as they apply to you during  
training.  
LCD  
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1 Elapsed time since start of training session  
2 Pulse rate, per a minute  
3 Revolutions, per minute, of the pedal cranks  
4 Changes in pulse rate and pedal resistance are shown on the graph. As time elapses, the blinking point in the  
graph moves. When 10 minutes elapses, 5-minutes’ worth of graphical data scrolls to the left. This accumulated  
data can be analyzed, via scrolling, after the training session has been completed.  
MODE  
5 Pressing the  
button toggles between displays A and B.  
(A: exercise time, heart rate, pedal cadence, B: pedal loading level, wattage, consumed calories)  
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button  
5 Bring up the calories display by pressing  
MODE  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button changes from the display with the exercise  
time, heart rate, and pedal cadence to that with the pedal loading  
MODE  
level, wattage, and consumed calories. Pressing the  
reverts to the first display.  
button again  
• You are now on the exerciser for your first ride. As you train, the  
pedal resistance will change and accordingly your pulse rate will  
change. The EC-C400R Ergometer thus allows you to monitor all  
such information while you train.  
Changing the display  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
START  
MODE  
6 FiAnfitsehr 1y6omuirnuttreasi,naibnugz.zer sounds, and the screen enters the cool-  
down phase.  
Reference: If you do not wish to complete the full 16-minute train-  
ing session, you may stop the session at any time by  
STOP  
pressing the  
button. The cool-down phase starts  
STOP  
when the  
button is pressed.  
• The cool-down phase lasts for five minutes. This can be skipped by  
STOP  
pressing the  
button at any time during the cool-down phase.  
STOP  
• When the 5-minute cool-down phase elapses or when the  
but-  
ton is pressed during that time, the training session finishes. The  
LCD does not go off even though the training session is now over.  
With regard to the graphic display of information related to the  
training session after 10 minutes, the information can be “scrolled”  
and viewed using the  
and  
buttons.  
STOP  
• Pressing the  
button again ends the program and the initial dis-  
play then reappears.  
Finishing training  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
STOP  
So far we have covered only the beginning of the Model EC-C400R Cateye Ergometer functions. Let us move on to an explana-  
tion of other functions.  
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5 THE 6 KINDS OF PROGRAMS  
Fitness Test (physical fitness test)  
• Over a period of 10 minutes, you will encounter three different levels of pedal resis-  
tance. Your pulse will change in response to the different levels of resistance, and this  
change in pulse will be used to calculate your overall fitness level, also expressed is  
MOU (VO2 max). MOU stands for maximum oxygen uptake. The higher your over-  
all fitness level, the greater your endurance.  
• Your MOU value is compared with the MOU values of other people who are the  
same age and sex as you. You are given a physical strength number from 1 to 5  
depending on how you rank.  
• These results should give you a good idea of your own fitness level and help you to  
determine what sort of training program will be the most effective for you. For infor-  
mation on how to choose a training program, refer to “Your strength level and train-  
ing index” on page 26~27 in the Operation section on this booklet.  
TORQUE  
PULSE RATE  
WATTAGE  
HR control training (training at a constant pulse rate)  
• You set the pulse rate at which you want to exercise and the Ergometer automati-  
cally adjusts pedal resistance to maintain that pulse rate. This is an ideal basic form of  
aerobic training.  
• As you repeat the exercise at a certain pulse rate and make progress in your fitness  
level, you will be able to create a greater work intensity under the same pulse rate.  
Further, you will be able to try exercising at a higher target pulse rate.  
Constant Wattage Control Training (training at a constant energy  
expenditure)  
• The wattage (work intensity) shown on the screen of the Ergometer is calculated  
from pedal resistance (kg·m) and cadence (rpm).  
• In constant wattage control training, you set the desired work intensity in wattage.  
The Ergometer automatically adjusts the pedal resistance (kg·m) depending on your  
pedal cadence (rpm), so as to keep a constant wattage (work intensity).  
• This type of training is also called constant load, and is often used in cardio-vascular  
rehabilitation.  
Control range:  
cadence: 40~100 rpm  
wattage:  
25~200 watts  
Caution: If you set your target wattage as under 50 watts, control limit of ca-  
dence (rpm) becomes under 100 rpm.  
Hill training ( training by cycling up mountains )  
• Pedal resistance changes over time to simulate the effect of cycling in the mountains.  
All changes in pedal resistance are shown on the screen.  
• The following three types of mountain profiles plus one customized pattern are pro-  
grammed.  
Pattern-1:  
Pattern-2:  
Pattern-3:  
the Rockies (U.S.A.)  
the Cascades (U.S.A.)  
the Pyrenees (France, Spain)  
• The mountain profiles from 1 to 3 are arranged in order of ascending difficulty. Do  
not strain yourself, but rather enjoy the form of each mountain.  
• The cycle time for a given pattern is 15 minutes. The same pattern is repeated in  
accordance with the exercise time.  
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Interval training (exercise + relief periods)  
• By switching back and forth between exercise and relief periods of varying length,  
interval training gives you the kind of program that professionals use to build their  
stamina and energy.  
• On the Model EC-C400R, 3 patterns of interval training programs are preset for  
developing dashing power, speed, or your stamina respectively.  
Pattern-1:  
Pattern-2:  
Pattern-3:  
dash strength training (sprint power)  
15 seconds exercise followed by a 45 sec-  
ond relief.  
speed training (anaerobic power)  
30 seconds of exercise followed by a 60 sec-  
ond relief.  
stamina training (aerobic power)  
60 seconds of exercise followed by a 30 sec-  
ond relief.  
• Choose one of the above patterns, and adjust the level of intensity by specifying pedal  
resistance (torque:kg·m)  
• During the exercise period (increased load portion of interval), you should pedal with  
your greatest effort, then you should pedal slower and lighter during relief period  
(lower load portion of interval).  
• In the Pattern-3 stamina training program, it is advisable to pedal fast enough in the  
exercise period to keep your pulse rate at 60~80% of the maximum pulse rate for  
your age. (Refer to page 24~25)  
Quick start (training at any desired pedal resistance)  
• You choose the pedal resistance (torque: kg·m), and it stays constant regardless of  
your pulse rate or pedal cadence. This is the most traditional way in which stationary  
bicycles have been used.  
TORQUE  
Torque setting range:  
Minimum graduation:  
0.5~4.0 kg·m  
0.1 kg·m  
When the upper pulse limit alarm occurs  
Caution: If your heart rate reaches the upper limit, an alarm sounds and  
“STOP EXERCISE” blinks in the display. Accordingly, the pedal  
resistance reaches the minimum and the program terminates forcibly.  
Checking the progress of the training session  
After training, you can check the progress of the training session just completed. If  
the exercise time is longer than 10 minutes, all graphical information can be dis-  
played by scrolling the data using the  
and  
buttons.  
button: Used to scroll the display rightward for 5-minutes’ worth of data.  
button: Used to scroll the display leftward for 5-minutes’ worth of data.  
STOP  
Pressing the  
button to end the program deletes data for the training session  
from the memory of the exerciser.  
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6 USING THE EC-C400R WITHOUT A DATA CARD  
The red card you used for your first session serves to input the type and conditions of training. But it is also possible to do the same  
thing without the card, by using the buttons on the control unit.  
Turn on the power supply.  
1
• Plug in the exerciser and turn on the power switch at the back of the  
mainunit.  
• The initial display appears and prompts you to insert the card or to  
selectatrainingmode.  
Training mode  
Select a training program.  
6
QUICK  
5
3
4
2
1
2
• Attach the earlobe sensor, and then select a training program us-  
ing one of the six training selection buttons.  
• The six training selection buttons are aligned in the following order  
fromtheleft:  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
START  
STOP  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Fitness test  
HR control training  
Constant wattage control training  
Hill training  
Selecting training mode  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
Interval training  
STOP  
Quick start training  
• This time we will choose “HR control” as an example.  
HR  
CONTROL  
• Choosetheprogrambypressingthe  
ton.  
onthetrainingselectbut-  
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Input training conditions.  
3
• The screen prompts you to set the training conditions.  
• The screen changes as shown here, and the initial value for age  
(40) is shown.  
• Your age can be increased or decreased as desired using the  
and  
buttons. The value changes rapidly if one or other button  
is pressed and held for longer than one second.  
• For example, press the  
button to change the value for age  
from 40 to 52.  
• After inputting your age, go on to the next screen by pressing the  
MODE  
button.  
START  
Caution: • Do not press the  
button before completely  
START  
inputting the data. If you press the  
button be-  
fore completing data input except the age, the  
skip function is activated, and exercise begins.  
• Input contents vary depending on the program.  
• Try changing the displayed target pulse rate from 117 to 109.  
• In accordance with the target pulse rate, the arrow moves from  
aerobics to weight loss.  
• After finish inputting your target pulse rate, go to the next screen  
MODE  
by pressing the  
button.  
• Input the exercise time.  
MODE  
• Press the  
button to bring up the display in which the various  
training conditions can be checked. Check that the training con-  
ditions are correct.  
• To change the settings, display and highlight the desired item us-  
MODE  
ing the  
and  
buttons and then press the  
button. The  
input display for the selected item appears, allowing the particu-  
lar settings to be changed, as desired.  
Reference:The card is a tool to instantly set a program and training  
conditions. Usually you have to set such conditions by  
pressing buttons before each session, but the data card  
saves you the trouble. The age, upper pulse limit setting,  
and target pulse rate will be automatically entered. See  
“How to make a data card” on page 42.  
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4 StWarhteynoyuour ehxaveercfiinsiesh.ed setting training conditions, press the  
Starting exercising  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
START  
button and start exercise. The message “Start warming-up”  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
QUICK  
START  
WATTAGE  
is displayed to announce that the HR control training program  
has started. Start pedaling slowly.  
Reference: To skip the warm-up period and start a HR control  
START  
training session immediately, press the  
button.  
• The pedal resistance can be changed arbitrarily during or after  
warm-up. To change the pedal resistance, press the  
ton.  
or  
but-  
• Within a few moments, the pedal resistance (torque) is automati-  
cally adjusted ±0.1 kg·m every 15 or 30 seconds so that the differ-  
ence between the measurement value and the target value be-  
comes within ±3 bpm.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button during exercise toggles between the dis- Changing the display  
play with the exercise time, heart rate, and pedal cadence and  
that with the pedal loading level, wattage, and consumed calo-  
ries. The pulse change is shown in the upper part of the graph and  
the pedal resistance change is shown in the lower part of the  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
graph.  
Reference: After 10 minutes of the session have elapsed, 5-min-  
utes’ worth of session data scrolls off the display, to the  
left.  
5 FiAnibsuhzzyeoruwrilel xsoeurncdisweh.en the exercise time previously set has  
elapsed.  
Reference:You can stop training at any time, even before the  
buzzer sounds.  
• The pedal resistance (torque) drops to the minimum of 0.5 kg·m,  
and the 5-minutes cool-down phase then starts.  
• To complete the cool-down phase, remain in cool-down mode.  
Measurement still continues during the cool-down phase and the  
exercise time switches to the remaining cool-down time.  
STOP  
• If the 5-minute cool-down time is not necessary, press the  
button to skip this phase.  
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Scrolling screen  
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HR  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
CONTROL  
the session has lasted for longer than 10 minutes, graphical infor-  
mation for the entire session can be viewed by scrolling the dis-  
play using the  
minutes’ worth of data to the left while the  
minutes’ worth of data to the right.  
and  
buttons. Pressing the  
button scrolls 5  
button scrolls 5  
STOP  
• After checking the session data, press the  
button to com-  
Ending program  
plete the program. The initial display reappears.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
STOP  
For further details about this product, proceed to the “Operation Guide” section once you are accustomed to using this unit.  
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OPERATION GUIDE  
1 Training goals......................................................................... 24  
2 Your strength level and training index ............................... 26  
3 Fitness test .............................................................................. 28  
4 Fitness test (2) ........................................................................ 30  
5 HR control training ............................................................... 32  
6 Constant wattage control trainig ......................................... 34  
7 Hill training ............................................................................ 36  
8 Interval training ..................................................................... 38  
9 Quick start .............................................................................. 40  
10 How to make a data card ...................................................... 42  
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1 TRAINING GOALS  
Training goals  
Pulse rate (bpm)  
200  
• Have you ever been out of breath after climbing a flight of stairs or after a brisk  
walk? When we are walking, running and even sleeping, our body is taking in  
oxygen and generating energy. Oxygen taken in by the lungs is sent to the entire  
body via the circulatory system. If the function of the circulatory system , i.e.  
aerobic power, is insufficient, we may experience being "out of breath" or expe-  
rience yet other physical problems.  
Target pulse range for those who have  
undergone special training  
180  
160  
140  
120  
• We therefore perform "sports for the heart" (aerobic exercise), which causes the  
heart to work a little more a few times a week, thus increasing the oxygen supply  
to the body via the circulatory system. The purpose of exercise with the EC-  
C400R Ergometer is to improve both your physical strength and the functioning  
of the circulatory system: to improve our aerobic power.  
Training plan  
• To effectively perform "sports for the heart" and to improve your aerobic power,  
it is necessary to exercise according to your age and physical fitness. If exercise  
exceeds your physical fitness level you only injure your body. On the other hand,  
if the exercise is insufficient, a positive effect cannot be expected.  
• The EC-C400R Ergometer has 6 types of computer-controlled programs. One  
program is the "Fitness Test program". This test program evaluates your physical  
fitness level, while the other 5 programs are for actual exercise.  
TARGET  
• The "Fitness Test" evaluates your physical fitness level so that you can determine  
the training index and begin exercise based on the measured result. After exer-  
cising for a while (about 3 months), you become aware of the effect on your body.  
Test your physical fitness level again and gradually set a higher training index,  
thus maintaining and improving your physical fitness level. A special feature of  
the EC-C400R Ergometer is that it combines testing with exercise.  
100  
90  
20  
30  
40  
Fitness Test  
Exercise Planning  
Exercise  
Exercise Frequency and Time  
• At least 15 minutes are required for one exercise period, however if pos-  
sible a 20 ~ 30 minute period is even better.  
• To maintain your present condition, exercise at lease twice a week, 3 times  
a week would improve your condition even more. The ideal however is to  
exercise every day or 5 ~ 6 times a week.  
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Terminology  
Target Pulse Rate Chart  
Maximum Heart Rate  
The heart rate increases according to the intensity of exercise, there is how-  
ever a limit. The maximum heart rate that a person can sustain is called the  
"maximum heart rate". Generally the heart rate declines as we get older, this  
differs however between individuals, and is largely due to how much one ex-  
ercises.  
Maximum pulse rate (204 - 0.69 x Age)  
Pulse limit  
The difference between heart rate and pulse rate  
The heart rate is the rate of the heart beat per minute measured by an  
electrocardiograph. On the other hand, the pulse rate is measured as fol-  
lows.  
• By palpating an artery near the skin surface, such as the carotid artery, mea-  
sure the pulse count of a blood vessel.  
• Transmit a sensor light to an earlobe or finger tip, and measure the pulse  
count via the subtle changes of the sensor light transmission caused by the  
heart beat.  
Although the measurement principle and method are different, both the  
heart and pulse rates have the same value per minute, and are therefore  
regarded as synonymous.  
Since earlobes move very little during exercise and are not influenced very  
much by physical movement, it is appropriate to use an earlobe to mea-  
sure the pulse rate during exercise. The EC-C400R Ergometer therefore  
measures the pulse rate by detecting changes in the circulation of the ear-  
lobe.  
T ZONE  
(190 - Age)  
(180 - Age)  
Automatic setting of target pulse rate  
Pulse Limit  
For the relation between the maximum heart rate and age, "220 - Age",  
"204 - 0.69 x Age", and other formulas are used as standard. In this model,  
the 95% of the "204 - 0.69 x Age" is referred to as the "Pulse Limit", which  
is considered to be maximum pulse rate at which a person can carry out  
exercise safely.  
50  
60  
70  
Age  
Target Pulse Rate  
The pulse rate to maintain during exercise as a target is called the "target  
pulse rate". In the "HR control training" program, this pulse rate is auto-  
matically maintained. However, even with other programs, always be con-  
scious of your target pulse rate during exercise. Refer to the illustration on  
the left.  
Exercise Level Based on the Pulse Rate  
Pulse rate increases according to the intensity of the exercise. In other  
words, the pulse rate during exercise is a measure for the exercise level.  
The exercise level can be expressed in percentages by using the following  
formula.  
Pulse rate during exercise - Pulse rate at rest  
Exercise level(%) =  
x 100  
Maximum heart rate - Pulse rate at rest  
Therefore, if you want to determine the target exercise level (target pulse  
rate) from the pulse rate, you can calculate as follows.  
Target pulse rate = (maximum heart rate - pulse rate at rest)  
Exercise level(%)  
x
+ pulse rate at rest  
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If you are a beginner, you can start the exercise with a target pulse rate of  
"160 - your age". If you can continue your exercise at the target pulse rate  
of "180 - your age", your exercise can be considered effective enough. Up-  
grade your exercise gradually so that you can reach the suggested final  
target of "190 - your age".  
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2 YOUR STRENGTH LEVEL AND TRAINING INDEX  
HR control training  
• In this program, the exercise intensity is set by the target pulse rate  
(beats per minute: bpm). Select your target pulse rate from the fol-  
lowing table, based on your age and physical fitness level (PFL)  
from 1 to 5.  
• If the target you select is difficult, reduce the target pulse rate by 10  
bpm. You need not work hard from the beginning, continuing is  
most important.  
• This table is arranged so that even people who have not exercised so  
much can benefit. The targets in this table may be too easy for  
people who exercise often. If you have confidence, increase your  
target in 10 bpm units, referring to the target zone in the illustration  
on page 24 ~ 25.  
• Exercise for at least a 15 minute period. If possible a 20 ~ 30 minute  
period is even better.  
• If overweight control (calorie combustion) is the purpose of the ex-  
ercise, set the target pulse rate lower so that you can easily exercise  
even while watching TV, but extend your exercise time longer, ex-  
ceeding 30 minutes.  
PFL  
1
2 ~ 3  
4 ~ 5  
20 ~ 30s  
110bpm  
120bpm  
130bpm  
40 ~ 50s over 60s  
100bpm 95bpm  
110bpm 105bpm  
120bpm 115bpm  
Constant wattage control training  
• In this program the exercise intensity is set by the work rate: watt-  
age. Select the target wattage from the table shown below, according  
to your PWCmax. value provided by the Aerobic Power Measure-  
ment.  
• If the selected wattage proves too hard for you, try again at the level  
10 watts lower. When it becomes easy enough, raise the target by 10  
watts.  
• Exercise for at least a 15 minute period. If possible a 20 ~ 30 minute  
period is even better. Since warm up takes 3 minutes, set your actual  
exercise time to "actual exercise time + 3 minutes".  
PWC max  
100 watt  
120 watt  
140 watt  
160 watt  
180 watt  
200 watt  
Target Wattage  
40 watt  
PWC max  
220 watt  
240 watt  
260 watt  
300 watt  
350 watt  
400 watt  
Target Wattage  
90 watt  
50 watt  
55 watt  
65 watt  
70 watt  
95 watt  
105 watt  
120 watt  
140 watt  
160 watt  
80 watt  
Hill training  
• Merely select one of the 3 hill profile training patterns in this pro-  
gram. Try different hill profiles (shape of the mountain) in a range  
where you don't feel too much difficulty. The exercise intensity can  
also be adjusted by pedaling slower or faster depending on the  
changes of pedal resistance.  
• First, choose the most suitable preference (PRF) according to your  
PWCmax value, from the table shown right.  
• The cycle time for a given pattern is 15 minutes. The same pattern is  
repeated in accordance with the exercise time.  
• The calorie consumption provided right is based on the cadence of  
60 rpm and the exercise time of 20 minutes. The calorie expenditure  
will vary in proportion with the pedal cadence and the exercise time.  
PWC max  
140 watt 195 watt 240 watt  
Exercise Pattern  
1
3
2
Caloric Consumption  
88 kcal  
107 kcal 116 kcal  
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Interval training  
• In this program, select one of the 3 patterns depending on the power you  
want to improve. As for the exercise intensity, adjust the pedal resistance  
(torque: kg·m) during training, using  
and  
buttons.  
• This program is for people with a long history of exercise.  
• The following is a reference. Settings should match your physical fitness  
level and purpose.  
• Exercise for at least a 15 minute period. If possible a 20 ~ 30 minute period  
is even better. Since warm up takes 3 minutes, set your exercise time to  
"actual exercise time + 3 minutes".  
• Depending on the physical fitness level and purpose, some people may  
exercise at a higher pulse limit than the value calculated by age. In such  
instances, set the pulse limit slightly higher, being conscious of your own  
physical condition.  
• If you select the stamina training (aerobic power) pattern (Pattern 3),  
maintain your pulse rate in the 60 ~ 80% range of the illustration on page  
24~25.  
Pattern 1  
Pedal  
Pattern 2  
Pattern 3  
Pedal  
PWC max  
Torque  
220 watt 1.3 kg·m  
240 watt 1.7 kg·m  
260 watt 2.1 kg·m  
300 watt 2.6 kg·m  
350 watt 3.0 kg·m  
400 watt 3.5 kg·m  
Pedal  
PWC max  
PWC max  
Torque  
1.5 kg·m  
2.0 kg·m  
2.5 kg·m  
3.0 kg·m  
3.5 kg·m  
4.0 kg·m  
Torque  
1.4 kg·m  
2.8 kg·m  
2.3 kg·m  
2.8 kg·m  
3.2 kg·m  
3.7 kg·m  
220 watt  
240 watt  
260 watt  
300 watt  
350 watt  
400 watt  
220 watt  
240 watt  
260 watt  
300 watt  
350 watt  
400 watt  
• The numeric values show the case in which the pedal cadence during exercise is 80 rpm.  
Quick start training  
• This program is the Ergometer's basic training program in which an exer-  
QUICK  
cise is started simply by pressing the  
training selection button.  
• This program does not automatically change, and is therefore different to  
other programs. A workout can be undertaken while adjusting the de-  
sired pedal resistance (torque: kg·m).  
• The exercise time for a given training session is 15 minutes. A 20 ~ 30-  
minute exercise is preferable.  
• Since the exercise time has not yet been set, training can be finished at  
whatever time is preferable. One dot indicates three seconds in the dis-  
play. When the exercise time exceeds 10 minutes, 5-minutes' worth of  
data scrolls to the left on the display.  
• In the quick start program, the upper pulse limit is fixed to 160 bpm.  
Pedal Torque (kg·m)  
50 rpm 50 rpm 50 rpm  
Pedal Torque (kg·m)  
50 rpm 50 rpm 50 rpm  
PWC max  
PWC max  
120 watt  
140 watt  
160 watt  
180 watt  
200 watt  
220 watt  
0.9  
1.1  
1.2  
1.4  
1.6  
1.7  
0.7  
1.8  
1.9  
1.0  
1.1  
1.2  
0.9  
1.1  
1.2  
1.4  
1.6  
1.7  
220 watt  
240 watt  
260 watt  
300 watt  
350 watt  
400 watt  
1.9  
2.0  
2.1  
2.3  
2.7  
3.1  
1.3  
1.5  
1.6  
1.7  
1.9  
2.2  
1.1  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
1.5  
1.7  
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3 FITNESS TEST  
Select the Fitness test program.  
Selecting training program  
1
FITNESS  
TEST  
• Attach the earlobe sensor, and press the  
training selection  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
button to select the program.  
STOP  
Input the conditions.  
• Enter your age, weight, and sex in that order. The initial display,  
prior to data input, is as shown in the table below:  
Increase or decrease  
of numbers  
2
CONSTANT  
HILL  
WATTAGE  
Initial value  
40 years  
160 lb  
Setting range  
10 - 99 years  
66 -286 lb  
Age  
Weight  
Sex  
Male  
Changing item for  
input  
Reference: The upper pulse limit is automatically determined and  
is displayed in the upper part of the graph after your  
age has been entered.  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
• Enter your age. You can increase or decrease the value by pressing  
the  
or  
button. The value changes rapidly if one or other but-  
ton is pressed and held for more than a second.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the display to the weight and then  
to sex.  
• Again, in the case of weight, the value can be increased or decreased  
by pressing the  
or  
button; for sex, the  
and  
buttons alter-  
nate between male and female.  
MODE  
• When the sex has been specified and the  
button is pressed, the  
data check display with the specified conditions appears.  
Reference: To change the conditions, display and highlight the de-  
sired item using the  
and  
buttons, and then press  
MODE  
the  
button. The input display then appears.  
Start the program.  
• After specifying the conditions, press the  
fitness test.  
Starting program  
3
START  
button to start the  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
QUICK  
START  
WATTAGE  
• The pulse measurement starts, and “READY” appears in the dis-  
play. Wait for one minute without pedaling.  
• When one minute has elapsed, “START” appears in the display,  
and a buzzer sounds; start pedaling now. Keep pedaling so that the  
60 rpm of the pedal cadence can be maintained.  
• The pedal resistance (torque) is indicated in the lower part of the  
graph on the display. One dot along the horizontal axis represents  
three seconds while two dots along the vertical axis represent 0.1  
kg·m.  
• The blinking numeric value in the upper part of the graph indicates  
the pulse at that point. One dot along the vertical axis represents 2  
bpm.  
• Every three seconds, a row of dots blinks toward the right of the  
graph. Thus, the training status can be monitored.  
• At the fourth and seventh minutes, the pedal resistance changes ac-  
cording to your pulse rate and it is indicated in the lower part of the  
graph. For information related to the changes in pedal resistance,  
refer to “EC-C400R test protocol” on page 31.  
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MODE  
• Pressing the  
button changes the numeric value displayed. Thus,  
the pedal loading level (resistance), wattage, and consumed calories  
can be checked.  
Caution:  
• If the pedal cadence is not detected for five sec-  
onds, a fitness test measurement cannot be carried  
out. “ERROR” blinks in the display and the test  
finishes.  
• If your pulse rate exceeds the upper pulse limit,  
“STOP EXERCISE” blinks in the display and the  
fitness test finishes forcibly.  
Changing the display  
Reference: A maximum of 10-minutes’ worth of data can be dis-  
played. After 10 minutes, 5-minutes’ worth of exercise  
graph scrolls to the left.  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
START  
MODE  
Test result display and cool down  
4
5
• A buzzer sounds after ten minutes and the test result is displayed on  
the screen. The program then enters the 5-minute cool-down phase.  
• To complete the cool-down phase, remain in cool-down mode. The  
remaining cool-down time (Count Down) as well as your test result  
are displayed.  
Finish the Fitness test.  
STOP  
• When the five minute phase has elapsed or when the  
button  
has been pressed, the cool-down phase ends and the fitness test fin-  
Finishing Fitness test  
ishes. The exercise progression at the end of the fitness test appears  
in the display.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button toggles between displays A and B.  
STOP  
A: “Time”, “PFL”, and “MOU” from the top  
B: “Time”, “Calories”, and “PWC max.” from the top  
• Check the information displayed in the test result, such as “PFL”,  
“Calories”, and others.  
• You can monitor the exercise progression graph by scrolling the  
screen using the  
and  
buttons.  
End the program.  
Ending program  
6
STOP  
• Press the  
button to bring up the initial display again.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
• To finish the entire program, turn off the power switch at the back of  
the main unit.  
STOP  
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4 FITNESS TEST (2)  
Physical Fitness Level (PFL)  
• There are five physical fitness levels: 1 ~ 5. These levels are relative  
evaluations that compare your maximum oxygen uptake (MOU),  
estimated by the Fitness test program, with the values of other  
people of the same age and sex (Physical Fitness Level Test Table).  
[American Males]  
[American Females]  
Physical Fitness Level Test Table by  
Maximum Oxygen Uptake (MOU)  
5: Excellent  
4: Good  
3: Average  
2: Fair  
1: Poor  
Maximum Oxygen Uptake (MOU)  
• MOU is widely used as an index for total physical endurance. MOU  
indicates the amount of oxygen one can intake at the limit of their  
physical work capacity. In the EC-C400R Ergometer, MOU is cal-  
culated based on the maximum physical work capacity (PWC max.)  
explained below, assuming that  
1 litre of oxygen corresponds to 5.0 Kcal, and  
the human body efficiency rate for a bicycle exercise is 23%  
Maximum Physical Work Capacity (PWC max.)  
• In the EC-C400R Ergometer “Fitness test” program the weight of  
the pedals are changed at 3 levels, and the pulse rate at the end point  
of each level is measured. Based on the result, the relationship be-  
tween the work rate (wattage) and the pulse rate is analyzed by lin-  
ear regression. Extend the regression line until reaching the maxi-  
mum heart rate (=204 - 0.69 x age) which is estimated by age. The  
work rate (wattage) of this point becomes the maximum physical  
work capacity.  
• PWC max. safely estimates how much exercise is possible at the limit  
of physical work capacity, that is, at maximum heart rate without  
performing actual exercise.  
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Test Protocol  
• In the “Fitness test” program of the EC-C400R Ergometer, the  
workload (pedal resistance: torque) for the subsequent stage is de-  
termined depending on your pulse rate at the previous stage. The  
workload (pedal resistance: torque) will be increased along one of  
the routes illustrated below, depending on your pulse rate ™during  
the program.  
• The pulse rates specified below represent the protocol for a person  
of 20 years. For the people over 20, the borderline of pulse rate will  
be adjusted by the age adjustment coefficient (K), which is obtained  
by the following formula:  
204 - 0.69 x Age  
K =  
204 - 0.69 x 20  
• For people over 60 years, the coefficient (K) is calculated as 60.  
1.5 kg  
1.8 kg  
2.2 kg  
2.2 kg  
2.6 kg  
3.0 kg  
3.0 kg  
3.3 kg  
3.5 kg  
Male  
Pulse135  
120Pulse<135  
Pulse<120  
1.2 kg  
Pulse110  
Pulse135  
1.0 kg  
1.8 kg  
2.5 kg  
90Pulse<110  
120Pulse<135  
Pulse<120  
Pulse135  
Pulse<90  
120Pulse<135  
Pulse<120  
Female  
1.1 kg  
1.4 kg  
1.5 kg  
1.8 kg  
1.8 kg  
2.5 kg  
Pulse123  
Pulse<123  
Pulse123  
Pulse<123  
Pulse123  
Pulse<123  
0.8 kg  
1.0 kg  
1.5 kg  
Pulse115  
95Pulse<115  
Pulse<95  
0.5 kg  
Reference: The load change for males over 50 years of age is the  
same as for females.  
When the age is less than 20, the load changes as if the  
age were 20.  
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5 HR CONTROL TRAINING  
Selecting training program  
Select the HR control training program.  
• Attach the earlobe sensor, and press the training selection  
button to select the program.  
HR  
CONTROL  
1
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
STOP  
Input the conditions.  
• Enter your age, target pulse, and desired exercise time, in that order.  
The initial display, prior to data input, is as shown in the table below:  
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Increase or decrease  
of numbers  
Initial value  
40 years  
123 bpm  
Setting range  
10 - 99 years  
75 - 168 bpm  
1 - 95 minutes  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
WATTAGE  
Age  
Target Pulse  
Exercise Time  
20 minutes  
Reference: The upper pulse limit is automatically determined and  
is displayed in the upper part of the graph after your  
age has been entered.  
Changing item for  
input  
• Enter your age. You can increase or decrease the value by pressing  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
the  
or  
button. The value changes rapidly if one or other but-  
ton is pressed and held for more than one second.  
MODE  
START  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the display to the target pulse and  
then to the exercise time.  
Reference: • The initial value of the target pulse is determined  
according to the age entered. When the numeric  
value is increased/decreased using the  
or  
but-  
ton, an arrow indication of the level moves accord-  
ingly.  
MODE  
• When the exercise time has been entered and the  
button is  
pressed, the data check display appears with the specified condi-  
tions.  
START  
Reference: • When only the age is entered and the  
pressed, training can start immediately.  
button is  
• To change the conditions, display and highlight the  
desired item using the  
and  
buttons, and then  
MODE  
press the  
pears.  
button. The input display then ap-  
Starting program  
Start the program.  
3
4
START  
After carrying out settings of the desired conditions, press the  
button to start the training program.  
A buzzer sounds, and the various measurements start.  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
QUICK  
START  
WATTAGE  
Start the warm-up.  
• "START WARM-UP" appears in the display. Start pedaling  
slowly.  
• During the 3-minute warm-up, the pedal resistance automatically  
changes so that your pulse rate approaches the target pulse. If your  
pulse rate exceeds the target pulse even though the three minutes  
has not yet elapsed yet, the warm-up ends.  
Reference: During warm-up, the pedal resistance can be adjusted  
by pressing the  
or  
button.  
• The pedal resistance (torque) is indicated in the lower part of the  
graph on the display. One dot along the horizontal axis represents  
three seconds while two dots along the vertical axis represent 0.1  
kg·m.  
• The blinking numeric value in the upper part of the graph indicates  
the pulse at that point. One dot along the vertical axis represents 2  
bpm.  
• Every three seconds, a row of dots blinks. Thus, the training status  
can be monitored.  
START  
• When the  
button is pressed during warm-up, the warm-up  
function is skipped.  
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Continue the training, maintaining the target pulse.  
• When finishing the warm-up phase, the pedal resistance is automati-  
cally adjusted (0.1 kg·m every 15 seconds so that the difference be-  
tween the measurement value and the target value becomes (3 bpm.  
Thus, training can continue while the target pulse is being main-  
tained.  
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• You can adjust the pedal resistance using the  
and  
buttons.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the numeric value displayed.  
Caution: If your pulse rate exceeds the upper limit, "STOP EX-  
ERCISE" blinks in the display, training finishes forc-  
ibly, and the pedal resistance drops to the minimum.  
Reference: • If the pedal cadence is not detected for five seconds,  
the pause display appears. At this time, the speci-  
fied training duration is interrupted and "PAUSE"  
blinks in the display. When pedaling starts again,  
the specified training duration recommences.  
Changing the display  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
START  
MODE  
• A maximum of 10-minutes' worth of data can be  
displayed. After 10 minutes, 5-minutes' worth of  
exercise graph scrolls to the left.  
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STOP  
button is  
pressed, a buzzer sounds and the 5-minute cool-down phase begins.  
Pulse detection stops, and the pedal resistance drops to the mini-  
mum of 0.5 kg·m.  
START  
Reference: If the  
button is pushed during cool-down, the  
machine is restated to continue with training. At this  
time, the pedal resistance starts from that at the cool-  
down phase. At restart, the cool-down phase starts  
STOP  
only when the  
button is pressed.  
• To complete the cool-down phase, remain in cool-down mode. Data  
such as the remaining cool-down time (Count Down), your pulse  
rate, and other information are displayed. The total calories are ac-  
cumulated.  
Continuing the training session  
STOP  
• When a period of five minutes elapses or when the  
button is  
pressed, the cool-down phase ends and the training program fin-  
ishes. The exercise progression at the end of the training program  
appears in the display.  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
Caution: You cannot return to the cool-down display or the ex-  
ercise display from the end display.  
• You can monitor the exercise progression graph by scrolling the  
screen using the  
and  
buttons.  
Ending program  
7 EnPdrestshteheprogram.  
STOP  
button to bring up the initial display again.  
• To finish the entire program, turn off the power switch at the back of  
the main unit.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
STOP  
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CONSTANT WATTAGE CONTROL TRAINING  
Selecting training program  
Select the Constant wattage control training program.  
CONSTANT  
• Attach the earlobe sensor, and press the training selection  
WATTAGE  
1
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
button to select the program.  
STOP  
Input the conditions.  
• Enter the wattage, your age, and exercise time in that order. The  
initial display, prior to data input, is as shown in the table below:  
Increase or decrease  
of numbers  
2
CONSTANT  
HILL  
WATTAGE  
Initial value  
50 watt  
Setting range  
25 - 200 watt  
10 - 99 years  
1 - 95 minutes  
Wattage  
Age  
Exercise Time  
40 years  
20 minutes  
START  
Changing item for  
input  
Reference: • When the  
button is pressed, training can be  
started immediately under the initial conditions.  
• The upper pulse limit is automatically determined  
and is displayed in the upper part of the graph af-  
ter your age has been entered.  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
• Enter a wattage. You can increase or decrease the value by pressing  
the  
or  
button. The value changes rapidly if one or other but-  
ton is pressed and held for more than one second.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the display to the age input display  
and then to the exercise time input display.  
• When the exercise time has been entered and the  
MODE  
button is  
pressed, the data check display appears with the specified condi-  
tions.  
Reference: • To change the conditions, display and highlight the  
desired item using the  
and  
buttons, and then  
MODE  
press the  
pears.  
button. The input display then ap-  
START  
• When the  
button is pressed at any of the input  
displays, training can start immediately under the  
conditions which have been specified up to that  
point.  
Starting program  
Start the program.  
After carrying out settings of the desired conditions, press the  
button to start the training program.  
3
4
START  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
QUICK  
START  
WATTAGE  
A buzzer sounds, and the various measurements start.  
Start the warm-up.  
• "START WARM-UP" appears in the display. Start pedaling  
slowly.  
• The pedal resistance automatically changes so that the specified  
wattage is reached within three minutes of the start of warm-up.  
• The pedal resistance (torque) is indicated in the lower part of the  
graph on the display. One dot along the horizontal axis represents  
three seconds while two dots along the vertical axis represent 0.1  
kg·m.  
• The blinking numeric value in the upper part of the graph indicates  
the pulse at that point. One dot along the vertical axis represents 2  
bpm.  
• Every three seconds, a row of dots blinks. Thus, the training status  
can be monitored.  
START  
• When the  
button is pressed during warm-up, the warm-up  
function is skipped.  
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Continue the training, maintaining the wattage.  
• When warm-up finishes, the pedal resistance is automatically ad-  
justed according to the pedal cadence so that the specified wattage is  
reached. Thus, training can continue while maintaining the wattage.  
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• The wattage can be adjusted using the  
and  
buttons.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the numeric value displayed.  
If your pulse rate exceeds the upper limit, "STOP EX-  
ERCISE" blinks in the display, training finishes forc-  
ibly, and the pedal resistance drops to the minimum.  
Caution:  
Reference: • If the pedal cadence is not detected for five seconds,  
the pause display appears. At this time, the specified  
training duration is interrupted and "PAUSE"  
blinks in the display. When pedaling starts again,  
the specified training duration recommences.  
• A maximum of 10-minutes' worth of data can be  
displayed. After 10 minutes, 5-minutes' worth of ex-  
ercise graph scrolls to the left.  
Changing the display  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
START  
MODE  
6 FiWnihsehn ythoeusrpeecxifeierdcidsuera.tion elapses or when the  
STOP  
button is  
pressed, a buzzer sounds and the 5-minute cool-down phase begins.  
Automatic adjustment of the wattage stops, and the pedal resistance  
drops to the minimum of 0.5 kg·m.  
START  
Reference: If the  
button is pushed during cool-down, the  
machine is restated to continue with training. At this  
time, the pedal resistance starts from that at the cool-  
down phase. At restart, the cool-down phase starts  
STOP  
only when the  
button is pressed.  
• To complete the cool-down phase, remain in cool-down mode. Data  
such as the remaining cool-down time (Count Down), your pulse  
rate, and other information are displayed. The total calories are ac-  
cumulated.  
Continuing the training session  
STOP  
• When a period of five minutes elapses or when the  
button is  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
pressed, the cool-down phase ends and the training program fin-  
ishes. The exercise progression at the end of the training program  
appears in the display.  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
Caution: You cannot return to the cool-down display or the ex-  
ercise display from the end display.  
• You can monitor the exercise progression graph by scrolling the  
screen using the  
and  
buttons.  
Ending program  
End the program.  
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STOP  
• Press the  
button to bring up the initial display again.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
• To finish the entire program, turn off the power switch at the back of  
the main unit.  
STOP  
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7 HILL TRAINING  
Select the Hill training program.  
• Attach the earlobe sensor, and press the training selection  
button to select the program.  
Selecting training program  
HILL  
1
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
Input training conditions.  
• Enter your Exercise pattern, Age, and desired exercise time, in that  
order. The initial display, prior to data input, is as shown in the table  
below:  
2
Exercise patterns  
Pattern1: Rockies  
Initial Value  
1
Setting Range  
1 - 3  
10 - 99 years  
Exercise pattern  
Age  
40 years  
20 minutes  
START  
Pattern2: Cascades  
Pattern3: Pyrenees  
Exercise time  
Reference: • When the  
1 - 95 minutes  
button is pressed, training can be  
started immediately under the initial conditions.  
• The upper pulse limit is automatically determined  
and is displayed in the upper part of the graph after  
your age has been entered.  
• Select an exercise pattern. The pattern of the pedal resistance is dis-  
played. A pattern can be selected by pressing the  
and  
buttons.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the display to the age input display  
Increase or decrease  
of numbers  
and then to the exercise time input display.  
• You can increase or decrease the numeric value by pressing the  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
WATTAGE  
or  
button in the age input display and the exercise time setting  
display. The value changes rapidly if one or other button is pressed  
and held for longer than one second.  
MODE  
• When the exercise time has been entered and the  
button is  
pressed, the data check display appears with the specified condi-  
tions.  
Reference: • To change the conditions, display and highlight the  
Changing item for  
input  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
desired item using the  
and  
buttons, and then  
MODE  
press the  
pears.  
• When the  
button. The input display then ap-  
MODE  
START  
START  
button is pressed at any of the input  
displays, training can start immediately under the  
conditions which have been specified up to that  
point.  
Starting program  
Start the program.  
After carrying out settings of the desired conditions, press the  
button to start the training program.  
START  
3
4
CONSTANT  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
QUICK  
START  
WATTAGE  
A buzzer sounds, and the various measurements start.  
Start the training.  
• The hill pattern appears in the display. Start pedaling slowly.  
Reference: There is no warm-up function in the Hill training pro-  
gram.  
• The mountain-like shape appears in the lower part of the graph of  
the display. One dot along the horizontal axis represents three sec-  
onds while two dots along the vertical axis represent 0.1 kg·m.  
• The blinking numeric value in the upper part of the graph indicates  
the pulse at that point. One dot along the vertical axis represents 2  
bpm.  
• Every three seconds, a row of dots blinks toward the right of the  
graph. Thus, the training status can be monitored.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the display.  
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Continue the training.  
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• The pedal resistance automatically changes according to the pattern.  
• A mountain-like shape represents a 15-minute interval. Every 15  
minutes, the same mountain-like shape appears repeatedly.  
• You can change the pedal resistance using the  
and  
buttons.  
The pedal resistance can be changed in the range between the high-  
est point of the convex shape (4.0 kg·m) and the lowest point of the  
concave shape (0.5 kg·m); it increases/decreases while the exercise  
pattern is maintained.  
Reference: When the pedal resistance is changed, the entire pat-  
tern changes. However, the data for the exercises al-  
ready completed does not change.  
Changing the display  
Caution:  
If your pulse rate exceeds the upper limit, "STOP EX-  
ERCISE" blinks in the display, training finishes forc-  
ibly, and the pedal resistance drops to the minimum.  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
START  
MODE  
Reference: If the pedal cadence is not detected for five sec-  
onds, the pause display appears. At this time, the  
specified training duration is interrupted and  
"PAUSE" blinks in the display. When pedaling  
starts again, the specified training duration recom-  
mences.  
A maximum of 10-minutes' worth of data can be dis  
played. After 10 minutes, 5-minutes' worth of exer-  
cise graph scrolls to the left.  
Finish your exercise.  
STOP  
• When the specified duration elapses or when the  
button is  
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pressed, a buzzer sounds and the 5-minute cool-down phase begins.  
Pulse detection stops, and the pedal resistance drops to the mini-  
mum of 0.5 kg·m.  
• To complete the cool-down phase, remain in cool-down mode. Data  
such as the remaining cool-down time (Count Down), your pulse  
rate, and other information are displayed. The total calories are ac-  
cumulated.  
STOP  
• When a period of five minutes elapses or when the  
button is  
pressed, the cool-down phase ends and the training program fin-  
ishes. The exercise progression at the end of the training program  
appears in the display.  
Caution: You cannot return to the exercise display from the  
cool-down display or the end display.  
• You can monitor the exercise progression graph by scrolling the  
screen using the  
and  
buttons.  
Ending program  
End the program.  
7
STOP  
• Press the  
button to bring up the initial display again.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
• To finish the entire program, turn off the power switch at the back of  
the main unit.  
STOP  
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INTERVAL TRAINING  
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Selecting training program  
Select the Interval training program.  
• Attach the earlobe sensor, and press the training selection  
to select the program.  
1
button  
INTERVAL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
Input training conditions.  
• Enter your Exercise pattern, Age, and desired exercise time, in that or-  
der. The initial display, prior to data input, is as shown in the table below:  
Exercise patterns  
Pattern1: Dash strength  
training  
15 seconds of exercise  
with 45 seconds of rest  
Initial Value  
1
Setting Range  
1 - 3  
10 - 99 years  
Exercise pattern  
Age  
40 years  
20 minutes  
START  
Pattern2: Speed training  
30 seconds of exercise  
with 60 seconds of rest  
Exercise time  
Reference: • When the  
1 - 95 minutes  
button is pressed, training can be  
started immediately under the initial conditions.  
• The upper pulse limit is automatically determined and  
is displayed in the upper part of the graph after your  
age has been entered.  
Pattern3: Stamina training  
60 seconds of exercise with  
30 seconds of rest  
• Select an exercise pattern. The pattern of the pedal resistance is dis-  
Increase or decrease  
of numbers  
played. A pattern can be selected by pressing the  
and  
buttons.  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the display to the age input display and  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
then to the exercise time input display.  
WATTAGE  
• You can increase or decrease the numeric value by pressing the  
or  
button in the age input display and the exercise time setting display. The  
value changes rapidly if one or other button is pressed and held for  
longer than one second.  
• When the exercise time has been entered and the  
the data check display appears with the specified conditions.  
Changing item for  
input  
MODE  
button is pressed,  
Reference: • To change the conditions, display and highlight the de-  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
sired item using the  
and  
buttons, and then press  
MODE  
START  
MODE  
the  
button. The input display then appears.  
START  
• When the  
button is pressed at any of the input  
displays, training can start immediately under the con-  
ditions which have been specified up to that point.  
Start the program.  
After carrying out settings of the desired conditions, press the  
to start the training program.  
Starting program  
3
4
START  
button  
CONSTANT  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
MODE  
QUICK  
START  
WATTAGE  
A buzzer sounds, and the various measurements start.  
Start the warm-up.  
• "START WARM-UP" appears in the display. Start pedaling slowly.  
• The pedal resistance is automatically changed so that the resistance  
reaches half of its peak within three minutes of the start of warm-up.  
• The pedal resistance (torque) is indicated in the lower part of the graph  
on the display. One dot along the horizontal axis represents three sec-  
onds while two dots along the vertical axis represent 0.1 kg·m.  
• The blinking numeric value in the upper part of the graph indicates the  
pulse at that point. One dot along the vertical axis represents 2 bpm.  
• Every three seconds, a row of dots blinks. Thus, the training status can  
be monitored.  
START  
• When the  
is skipped.  
button is pressed during warm-up, the warm-up function  
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Continue the training by repeating "exercise" and "rest."  
• The pedal resistance changes periodically according to the exercise  
pattern.  
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• During the exercise period, you should pedal faster, then slower and  
lighter during the relief period.  
• You can change the pedal resistance using the  
and  
buttons. The  
pedal resistance can be changed in the range between the maximum of  
"exercise period" (4.0 kg·m) and the minimum of "relief period"  
(0.5kg·m); it increases/decreases while the exercise pattern shape is  
maintained.  
Reference: When the pedal resistance is changed, the entire pattern  
changes. However, the data for the exercises already  
completed does not change.  
Changing the display  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
Caution:  
button switches the numeric value displayed.  
If your pulse rate exceeds the upper limit, "STOP EX-  
ERCISE" blinks in the display, training finishes forc-  
ibly, and the pedal resistance drops to the minimum.  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
START  
MODE  
Reference: • If the pedal cadence is not detected for five seconds,  
the pause display appears. At this time, the specified  
training duration is interrupted and "PAUSE" blinks  
in the display. When pedaling starts again, the speci-  
fied training duration recommences.  
• A maximum of 10-minutes' worth of data can be dis-  
played. After 10 minutes, 5-minutes' worth of exer-  
cise graph scrolls to the left.  
Finish your exercise.  
• When the specified duration elapses or when the  
pressed, a buzzer sounds and the 5-minute cool-down phase begins.  
Pulse detection stops, and the pedal resistance drops to the mini-  
mum of 0.5 kg·m.  
6
STOP  
button is  
• To complete the cool-down phase, remain in cool-down mode. Data  
such as the remaining cool-down time (Count Down), your pulse  
rate, and other information are displayed. The total calories are ac-  
cumulated.  
STOP  
• When a period of five minutes elapses or when the  
button is  
pressed, the cool-down phase ends and the training program fin-  
ishes. The exercise progression at the end of the training program  
appears in the display.  
Caution: You cannot return to the exercise display from the  
cool-down display or the end display.  
• You can monitor the exercise progression graph by scrolling the  
screen using the  
and  
buttons.  
Ending program  
End the program.  
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STOP  
• Press the  
button to bring up the initial display again.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
• To finish the entire program, turn off the power switch at the back of  
the main unit.  
STOP  
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9 QUICK START  
Select the Quick start program.  
• Attach the earlobe sensor, and press the  
1
QUICK  
training selection  
Selecting training program  
button to start the Quick start training program.  
• A buzzer sounds, and start the training.  
Reference: • In the Quick start training program, no conditions  
are specified. The upper pulse limit is fixed to 160  
bpm.  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
MODE  
START  
• Maximum exercise time is 95 minutes. If it exceeds 95  
minutes, cool-down phase begins automatically.  
Start the warm-up.  
• "START WARM-UP" appears in the display. Start pedaling  
slowly.  
• The pedal resistance automatically changes so that it becomes 1.0  
kg·m within three minutes of the start of warm-up.  
START  
Reference: When the  
button is pressed during warm-up, or  
when the pedal resistance is changed to 1.0 kg·m or  
more using the  
ped.  
or  
button, the warm-up is skip-  
• The pedal resistance (torque) is indicated in the lower part of the  
graph on the display. One dot along the horizontal axis represents  
three seconds while two dots along the vertical axis represent 0.1  
kg·m.  
• The blinking numeric value in the upper part of the graph indicates  
the pulse at that point. One dot along the vertical axis represents 2  
bpm.  
• Every three seconds, a row of dots blinks. Thus, the training status  
can be monitored.  
Changing the display  
Continue the training.  
2
• When the warm-up period finishes, change the pedal resistance as  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
INTERVAL  
QUICK  
desired using the  
ing program.  
and  
buttons and then proceed with the train-  
MODE  
START  
MODE  
• Pressing the  
button switches the numeric value displayed.  
Caution:  
If your pulse rate exceeds the upper limit, "STOP EX-  
ERCISE" blinks in the display, training finishes forc-  
ibly, and the pedal resistance drops to the minimum.  
Reference: If the pedal cadence is not detected for five seconds,  
the pause display appears. At this time, the speci-  
fied training duration is interrupted and "PAUSE"  
blinks in the display. When pedaling starts again,  
the specified training duration recommences.  
A maximum of 10-minutes' worth of data can be dis  
played. After 10 minutes, 5-minutes' worth of exe-  
rcise graph scrolls to the left.  
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Finish your exercise.  
Finishing training  
STOP  
3
• To stop the program, press the  
button; the training program  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
ends and the 5-minute cool-down period begins. The pedal resis-  
tance drops to the minimum of 0.5 kg·m.  
STOP  
• To complete the cool-down phase, remain in cool-down mode. Data  
such as the remaining cool-down time (Count Down), your pulse  
rate, and other information are displayed. The total calories are ac-  
cumulated.  
STOP  
• When a period of five minutes elapses or when the  
button is  
pressed, the cool-down phase ends and the training program fin-  
ishes. The exercise progression at the end of the training program  
appears in the display.  
Caution: You cannot return to the exercise display from the  
cool-down display or the end display.  
• You can monitor the exercise progression graph by scrolling the  
screen using the  
and  
buttons.  
Ending program  
End the program.  
4
STOP  
• Press the  
button to bring up the initial display again.  
FITNESS  
TEST  
HR  
CONTROL  
CONSTANT  
WATTAGE  
HILL  
• To finish the entire program, turn off the power switch at the back of  
the main unit.  
STOP  
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10 HOW TO MAKE A DATA CARD  
If you record your training conditions to this "Data Card", you can set the  
conditions merely by inserting the card into the card inlet of the control unit.  
START  
You can start a program just by inserting the card and pressing the  
button, saving all the button operation process.  
To record your conditions to the data card, scratch off the appropriate silver  
part on the back of the card with a coin etc. This removal allows the photo  
scanner in the control unit to detect the position of the exposed part. Now  
let's make your "Data Card."  
Memo space  
Exercise target  
Exercise pattern  
Caution: One Data Card is necessary for each of the desired condi-  
Age  
tions. You cannot specify two or more conditions on one  
card.  
Exercise time (minute)  
MAN  
COIN  
U
HILL  
INTVL  
CO  
N
ST  
AUT  
O
TEST  
A
B
C
D
E
F
D
A
G
H
I
T
A
A
R
C
D
INTVL  
4
3
2
1
0
CONST  
Specify program.  
• Specify the program in "A".  
• HR control training:  
• Constant wattage control training: CONST  
• Hill training:  
• Interval training:  
Caution: Though MANU (= Quick start) is shown on the Data  
Card, this program cannot be specified on the model  
EC-C400R Ergometer.  
1
2
3
4
AUTO  
TEST  
AUTO  
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
C
C
C
C
D
E
E
E
E
F
F
F
F
G
G
G
G
H
I
HILL  
INTVL  
Training program  
INTVL  
4
3
2
1
0
CONST  
Specify age.  
• Specify your age in "B" and "C".  
• "B" indicates the first digit of your age, "C" indicates the second.  
Example: Age 35 years  
AUTO  
TEST  
D
D
D
H
I
Enter "3" in "B" column  
Enter "5" in "C" column  
Age (two digits)  
INTVL  
4
3
2
1
0
CONST  
Specify exercise time.  
• Specify your exercise time in "D" and "E".  
• "D" indicates the first digit of the exercise time, "E" indicates the  
second.  
AUTO  
TEST  
H
I
Exercise time  
(minutes - two digits)  
INTVL  
4
3
2
1
0
CONST  
Specify exercise pattern.  
• Specify the exercise pattern in "F" when the "Interval training" or  
"Hill training" is selected.  
• What you specify in "F" is invalid for other exercise programs.  
• For Interval training, choose one of 1 ~ 3.  
• For Hill training, choose one of 1 ~ 3.  
AUTO  
TEST  
H
I
Training pattern (Pattern 1-3)  
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INTVL  
4
3
2
1
0
CONST  
Specify training target.  
• Specify the training target in "G", "H" and "I".  
1) HR control training  
5
AUTO  
TEST  
Specify the target pulse rate. "G" indicates the first digit of the  
value, "H" indicates the second and "I" indicates the third digit.  
2) Constant Wattage Control Training  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
Target pulse rate  
(bpm - 3 digits)  
Specify the set wattage. "G" indicates the first digit of the wattage,  
"H" indicates the second, and "I" indicates the third digit.  
3) Hill training  
What you specify in "G","H","I" is invalid.  
4) Interval training  
What you specify in "G","H","I" is invalid.  
Reference: When making a Fitness test data card  
Specify your weight in "D", "E", and "F". "D" is for  
the third digit, "E", the second digit, and "F", the first  
digit. Your sex is specified in "G". "0" indicates fe-  
male, and "1" indicates male.  
Sample data cards  
9
9
8
MANU  
HILL  
MANU  
8
7
6
7
6
HILL  
5
4
3
2
1
0
5
4
3
2
1
0
INTVL  
INTVL  
CONST  
CONST  
AUTO  
TEST  
AUTO  
TEST  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
HR control training  
Age:  
Interval training  
Age:  
28 years  
35 minutes  
32 years  
16 minutes  
1
Exercise time:  
Target pulse rate: 130 bpm  
Exercise time:  
Pattern:  
9
9
8
9
8
MANU  
HILL  
MANU  
MANU  
HILL  
8
7
7
6
7
6
HILL  
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
5
4
3
2
1
0
5
4
3
2
1
0
INTVL  
INTVL  
INTVL  
CONST  
CONST  
CONST  
AUTO  
TEST  
AUTO  
TEST  
AUTO  
TEST  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
Constant Wattage training  
Hill training  
Fitness test  
Age:  
Age:  
Exercise time:  
57 years  
20 minutes  
Age:  
45 years  
35 years  
132 lb  
Female  
Exercise time: 32 minutes  
Pattern: 3 (The Pyrenees)  
Weight:  
Sex:  
Target wattage: 65 watts  
Cautions on Handling the Data Card  
• Treat the card with care. Do not bend or allow the card to become wet.  
• Scratch only the necessary part of the silver ink. Otherwise the sensor will not read out the data.  
• Wipe the residue of the scratched silver ink off the card before inserting the card into the control unit.  
• The blank space on the card can be utilized as memo space to enter the programmed data, user's name etc.  
• If you have scratched incorrect data, use "white out" to cover the hole. If the light doesn't go through the hole that you  
have covered up, the card can be used normally.  
Caution: If "CARD ERROR" appears on the LCD when you insert the card, check whether any incorrect or unnec-  
essary point has been scratched out.  
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REFERENCE GUIDE  
1 Chest-belt heart rate sensor ................................................. 46  
2 Other useful functions........................................................... 48  
3 Troubleshooting..................................................................... 49  
4 Daily maintenance/repair service warranty/  
additional parts ...................................................................... 50  
5 Product specifications ........................................................... 51  
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1 CHEST-BELT HEART RATE SENSOR  
Use the wireless chest-belt heart rate sensor.  
In the EC-C400R, the heart rate can be measured using the optional wireless chest-belt heart rate  
sensor instead of the earlobe sensor.  
Therefore, in cases where it is difficult to detect the heart rate using the earlobe sensor, the heart  
rate measurement can still be carried out accurately.  
The heart rate sensor receiver is embedded in the control unit. Thus, a wireless measurement can  
be carried out by simply adding the chest-belt heart rate sensor.  
Important: When the chest-belt sensor is used, remove the earlobe sensor plug from the control unit.  
Signals from the chest-belt sensor cannot be received if the earlobe sensor is connected.  
Function of the chest-belt heart rate sensor  
The wireless chest-belt heart rate sensor uses a miniaturized and simplified version of the of elec-  
trocardiography concept used in hospitals. For an electrocardiogram, multiple electrodes are at-  
tached to the body, and the electric potential difference between them is used to calculate the heart  
rate. The chest-belt heart rate sensor's two internal electrodes are applied to the body and detect  
the electric potential difference, providing a simpler way of detecting heartbeats. This information  
is sent to the control unit by radio waves, so even hard training is possible. The chest-belt heart rate  
sensor uses the chest-belt (transmitter) and the signal-receiving circuit board (receiver) contained  
in the control unit to read your heart rate and calculate and display your per-minute pulse.  
Before putting on the chest-belt heart rate sensor  
Warning  
Pace maker users should never use this device.  
Caution:  
Put on the chest-belt heart rate sensor at the center of your chest and in con-  
tact with your skin.  
• To increase measurement effectiveness, dampen the electrode area with wa-  
ter or electrocardiograph electrolyte cream.  
People with sensitive skin can put on the chest-belt over a thin shirt with  
electrode area damped with water.  
Hair on the chest may interfere with accurate measurements.  
Put on the chest-belt heart rate sensor.  
Put it on following the procedure below.  
Attachment belt  
1. Adjust the length of the attachment belt to fit your chest.  
Caution: May be painful if tightened too much.  
2. Hook the attachment belt to the electrode belt. Place the electrode  
area at the center of your chest. Be sure that the electrode area is held  
firmly against your skin.  
Hook  
Reference: When wearing the chest-belt heart rate sensor over a  
shirt it is necessary to moisten the electrode area for the  
better results. In the winter season when skin can be  
dried, errors may occur even when the electrodes are in  
direct contact with your skin. This can be improved by  
moistening the electrodes.  
Electrode belt  
3. Adjust the belt so that the transmitter is at the center (just above your  
diaphragm) of your chest.  
Reference: When wearing the chest-belt heart rate sensor over a  
shirt it is necessary to moisten the electrode area for the  
better results.  
Electrode area  
Transmitter  
The chest-belt heart rate sensor uses a lithium battery.  
The lithium battery has a limited lifetime; when chang-  
ing the battery, refer to the Reference Guide, page 47,  
"Maintenance of the chest-belt heart rate sensor."  
TOP  
MSC Wireless Heart Rate Sensor  
TOP  
MSC Wireless Heart Rate Sensor  
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Maintenance of the chest-belt heart rate sensor  
After removing the battery from the sensor, dispose of it properly. Be sure to keep it out of the reach  
of small children. If through some accident it is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.  
Warning  
Replace the battery.  
Battery cover  
Battery life: approx. 2 years (if used for 1 hour per day)  
* The battery life shown in this manual is not definitive and it var-  
ies depending on the use environment.  
Lithium battery  
(CR2032)  
Caution: • The chest-belt heart rate sensor continues to consume  
battery while being attached to your body. When you  
are not measuring heart rate, remove it from your  
chest to save the battery life.  
• The battery cover seal is critical for maintaining its  
watertight capacity. Check the battery cover for  
proper fit and positioning closing.  
When the factory loaded battery has worn out, replace it with a new  
one according to the following instruction:  
Chest-belt heart rate sensor  
1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the transmitter with a  
coin.  
2. Remove the battery and insert a new lithium battery (CR2032).  
Insert as shown in the picture, so that the + side is visible.  
3. Close the battery cover tightly.  
Replace the electrode belt.  
Screws  
The electrode belt will deteriorate after a long time of use. If there are  
cracks in the outer surface, or if measurement errors occur, follow the  
procedure below to change the electrode belt.  
1. Loosen the 4 screws at the back of the transmitter.  
Spacers  
Spacers  
2. Remove the spacers. Separate the transmitter from the electrode  
belt.  
3. Wipe any dirt off of the two conducting parts of the transmitter,  
then insert it into a new electrode belt.  
Caution: If there is dirt on the conducting parts, the heart rate  
sensor fail to detect the heart rate.  
Electrode belt  
Transmitter  
Conducting  
part  
4. Fit the spacers on the right and left sides of the transmitter, and  
securely tighten the 4 screws.  
Reference: When replacing the electrode belt, also check the  
transmitters battery life.  
Conducting  
part  
Maintenance of the chest-belt heart rate sensor  
For daily maintenance of the sensor:  
• If the chest-belt heart rate sensor is dirty, wash with water, or wipe with a diluted neutral detergent and a soft cloth.  
Then wipe it dry. Do not use organic solvents such as benzene and alcohol, which will damage the surface.  
• The attachment belt will become particularly soaked with sweat. This can be unhygienic if left as is. Clean the belt with  
a neutral detergent.  
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2 OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS  
Select switch  
Change the units of weight.  
No. 1  
Units of weight  
ON ............................. lb  
OFF ........................... kg  
• The units of weight can be changed using select switch No. 1 at the  
back of the control unit.  
• When the switch is “ON”, units are in lbs “pounds”. When the  
switch is “OFF”, units are in kg (“kilograms”).  
Reference: When the select switch settings have been changed  
and the power switch is then turned on, the new set-  
tings become activated.  
Change the units of resistance of pedaling.  
No. 2  
Units of resistance of pedaling  
ON ............................. N·m  
OFF ........................... kg·m  
• The units of resistance of pedaling can be changed using select  
switch No. 2 at the back of the control unit.  
• When the switch is “ON”, units are in is N·m. When the switch is  
“OFF”, units are in kg·m.  
Reference: When the select switch settings have been changed  
and the power switch is then turned on, the new set-  
tings become activated.  
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3 TROUBLESHOOTING  
Troubleshooting  
In the following cases, the machine is not broken. Be sure to check the following before asking for the machine to be serviced.  
Problem  
Item to check  
Countermeasure  
Display does not appear.  
Is the power supply connected?  
Connect the AC adaptor correctly.  
(see page 13)  
Is the power switch on?  
Turn the power on. (see page 13)  
Isn't the cable of the AC Adapter dam- Replace the AC Adapter if its interior  
aged?  
circuit or the cable is damaged.  
Use only CAT EYE AC Adapter.  
ERROR or irregular display appears Isn't the data card reversed?  
when you insert the data card.  
Hold the card yellow arrow side up,  
and insert to the direction of arrow.  
Didn't you insert the card too quickly?  
Insert the card slowly.  
Didn't you specify two or more pro-  
grams, or open unnecessary holes?  
Refer to P.42~43 and specify the pro-  
gram and conditions correctly.  
Attach the sensor correctly to your ear-  
lobe and take care not to swing the sen-  
sor or sensor cable during the exercise.  
If the sensor cable proves to be dam-  
aged, replace the whole pulse sensor  
with a new one.  
When the pulse (earlobe) sensor is Is the earlobe sensor attached correctly  
used, the pulse rate displayed on the to your earlobe?  
control unit remains at “0”.  
Is the sensor plug completely inserted  
The pulse rate increases abnormally.  
into the sensor jack?  
Isn't the sensor cable damaged?  
When the chest-belt sensor is used, the Is the earlobe sensor plug connected to  
pulse rate displayed on the control unit the control unit?  
remains at “0”.  
When the earlobe sensor is connected,  
signals from the chest-belt sensor are  
not received. Remove the earlobe sen-  
sor plug from the control unit.  
Is the chest belt attached correctly?  
Is the chest belt loose?  
Attach the chest belt correctly accord-  
ing to the procedure.  
Attach the chest belt with the electrode  
area making contact with your body.  
Is the air dry? (especially in winter)  
Slightly dampen the electrode area of  
the chest belt.  
Has the electrode belt deteriorated or Replace it with a new electrode belt.  
has it become worn or damaged due to  
long-term use?  
Is the battery low?  
Replace it with a new battery.  
When the chest-belt sensor is used, the Is the chest belt attached correctly?  
pulse rate displayed on the control unit  
Attach the chest belt correctly accord-  
ing to the procedure.  
indicates “0” or measurement starts.  
Does the pulse rate indicate “0” at a The battery is low. Replace it with a  
distance from the control unit and does new battery. If the problem persists,  
measurement start when closer to the check the receiving board in the con-  
unit?  
trol unit.  
The evaluation of fitness level seems  
incorrect.  
Is the weight unit correct?  
Set the weight unit correctly. (see page  
48)  
The exercise program indicates “STOP Does a buzzer sound because your pulse Set your age properly so that the alarm  
EXERCISE” and ends prematurely.  
does not sound.  
rate exceeds the upper pulse limit speci-  
fied in the program?  
Attach the pedals firmly.  
Clattering noise is heard with the  
pedal rotation.  
Are the pedals firmly attached to the  
crank? If not, noise may be produced.  
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DAILY MAINTENANCE  
4 /REPAIR SERVICE WARRANTY/ADDITIONAL PARTS  
Please observe the following to ensure that you will have many years of good use from your  
EC-C400R Ergometer.  
When the EC-C400R is not in use, shut the power switch OFF and  
Caution  
disconnect the power cord from the outlet.  
Do not wipe the main unit with organic solvents such as thinner,  
kerosine, gasoline and alcohol. When dirty, wipe the unit with a cloth  
soaked in a neutral detergent, than wipe well with a dry cloth.  
In case of problems contact your dealer where the unit was pur-  
chased.  
About the repair service warranty  
• If trouble with this EC-C400R Ergometer due to material of manufacturing defect should  
occur, under normal usage conditions, within three (3) years from the date of purchase,  
Cat Eye Co., Ltd. will repair or replace the product/part, subject to the contents of the  
included warranty card.  
• If service is necessary, please contact your dealer where the unit was purchased.  
• The warranty covers the main unit and control unit only. Accessories such as the pulse  
sensor are not covered.  
Accessories/Consumable Parts  
Pulse sensor (Middle)  
(Part no. 7801102)  
Data cards (10 cards)  
(Part no. 7816120)  
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Additional Parts  
Chest-belt heart rate sensor  
(Part no. 1699806)  
Replacement electrode belt  
(Part no. 1699826)  
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Mounting belt  
Lithium battery CR2032  
(For chest-belt heart rate sensor)  
(Part no. 1665150)  
(Part no. 1699816)  
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5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Item  
Specifications  
Power source  
Power consumption  
Loading system  
Domestic power (AC120V)  
Max. approx. 20W  
Eddy current system  
Speed increasing mechanism 2-step speed increase via timing belt  
Control system  
Display system  
Display functions  
8-bit microcomputer control system  
Back-lit liquid crystal display (full dot: 320x240)  
Function  
Display range  
Pulse rate  
Line chart display  
Numeric display  
Numeric display  
Numeric display  
40 to 200 bpm  
0 (50) to 200 bpm  
20 to 199 rpm  
Pedal cadence  
Exercise Time  
0’00'’ to 95’59'’  
Calories consumption Numeric display  
Load level  
0 to 999 Kcal (Estimated value)  
(Pedal resistance)  
Histogram display  
(blinking at the  
current point)  
0 to 4.0 kg·m (0 to 40 N·m)  
0.5 to 4.0 kg·m (5 to 40 N·m)  
0 to 400 watt  
Numeric display  
Numeric display  
Wattage  
Date input system  
Pulse sensor  
Optical card (Use specified cards only) and buttons  
Photoelectric pulse wave detection type earlobe pulse sensor (with special external light  
reduction system)  
[Receiver board for the wireless heart rate sensor embedded: Can be received using the  
optional “Chest belt” (Polar compatible)]  
Exercise program  
Program  
Specifications  
Fitness test  
Fitness test by measuring the MOU value  
Measurement range: Age 20 to 69  
Training program with a fixed pulse rate  
Setting range: 75 to 168 bpm  
HR control  
Constant wattage control  
Training with a fixed wattage  
Setting range: 25 to 200 watt  
Interval  
Hill profile  
Interval training selected from three types of exercise pattern  
Hill profile training which is selected from three types of moun-  
tain-like exercise pattern  
Quick  
Training with a fixed pedal resistance (changed using buttons)  
Setting range: 0.5 to 4.0 kg·m (5 to 40 N·m)  
Alarm function  
Buzzer sound  
User’s weight limit  
Dimension/weight  
Upper pulse limit alarm, Setting time end alarm  
Buzzer when a button is pressed, Buzzer when training starts  
286 lb (130kg)  
Length  
75-3/16" (1910 mm)  
38" (965 mm)  
Height  
Width  
22-1/16" (560 mm)  
Seat to crank axle  
distance  
Seat height  
Crank axle  
Weight  
14-31/32 to 26-25/32" (380 to 680 mm)  
11-11/32 to 19-3/32" (288 to 485 mm)  
17/1/8" (435 mm)  
approx. 79 lb (approx. 36 kg)  
Copyright© 2001  
Cateye Co., Ltd.  
Printed in Japan  
U.S. Pat Nos. 4775145/5230673 and Design Patented.  
The specifications and design are subject to alteration without notice for improvement purpose.  
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