Schwinn MPower Echelon2 Owner's Manual

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MPower™ Echelon2 Console

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Page 1 Core Health & Fitness MPower™ Echelon2 Console OWNER’S MANUAL...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................. 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................. 4 Compliance and Certifications ..................5 ..................6 Important Label Locations SUPPORT AND SERVICE ............................. 7 INSTALLATION ............................. 7 CONSOLE INSTALLATION ............................. 8 CONSOLE FEATURES AND METRICS ............................. 9 Console Operation ..................11 Detailed Description of Ride Metrics ..................15 Expectations for average Power, Calories, and Distance ..........17...
Page 3: Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Schwinn MPower™ Echelon2 console! The Echelon2 con- sole will add measurements to your Schwinn AC bike for an enhanced riding and training expe- rience. The console and optional power upgrade is compatible with all Schwinn A.C.™ models of bikes.
Page 4: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings: • Children must not be allowed on or near a machine using this equipment. Moving parts and other features can be dangerous to children.
Page 5: Compliance And Certifications
Compliance and Certifications FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Page 6: Important Label Locations
Important Label Locations FCC Warnings Page 6...
Page 7 SUPPORT AND SERVICE The Schwinn Support website provides a wealth of resources to help you get the best experience from your Echelon2. It is important to check the website periodically for firmware updates, updated video content, Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions, Service Bulletins, and other informa- tion.
Page 8 If you are upgrading to the Echelon2 from a previous version of console, refer to the Schwinn MPower Echelon2 Installation. This page does not apply if using 4iiii power input, please refer to the 4iiii installation Instructions on our support site at https://support.corehandf.com/620-8543...
Page 9: Console Features And Metrics
CONSOLE FEATURES AND METRICS Below is a brief description of the console features and metrics. More details on each are provided in the CONSOLE OPERATION section of this guide. NOTE: The metrics below are shown when the console is used with the optional power sensor installed. Buttons and Features Description Function...
Page 10 Buttons and Features Description Function • Rider’s instantaneous power measured in Power watts. • Rider’s instantaneous RPM (aka. cadence), or rotations per minute of the crank arm. • Rider’s heart rate in beats per minute (BPM) Heart Rate when paired with a compatible heart rate monitor.
Page 11: Console Operation
Console Operation Before Beginning a Ride • If you want to record ride data onto a USB stick, insert a FAT32 formatted USB 2.0 or later stick into the USB drive before powering up the console. NOTE: If the USB stick is not 2.0 or later and formatted with the FAT32 format, it may not record data. •...
Page 12 Pairing Heart Rate Monitor. Pairing a Compatible Sport Watch • Some versions of sport watches can be paired to the Echelon2 console to record and store data. • To determine if your device is compatible, check the product directory at https://www.thisisant.com/directory/ mpower-Echelon2-cosole/ to verify your device is compatible.
Page 13 The numbers on the screen will flash. • The timers will continue timing—including the Total and Stage timers—for 5 minutes. Schwinn added this functionality to allow instructors to get off the bike and coach off the bike while trusting their timers will remain in sync with all the riders in the room.
Page 14 Going into SUMMARY Mode • SUMMARY mode signals the end of the ride. There are a couple ways to enter SUMMARY mode: • Stop pedaling and enter PAUSE mode. • After 5 minutes have elapsed without you pedaling, the console will enter SUMMARY mode. •...
Page 15: Detailed Description Of Ride Metrics
Proper calibration of the power sensor is crucial to achieving a high level of accuracy. • Magnet gap is set at the factory, but Schwinn recommends checking magnet gap to ensure it is properly set. • Instructions for checking magnet gap and calibration the power sensor can be found on the Schwinn Equipment support website at http://support.corehandf.com/637-4458...
Page 16 • The Echelon2 Calories do not take into account any biological factors such as age, weight, and gender. • The Echelon2 Calories also do not take into account Calories burned due to a person’s normal metabolic rate. • Heart rate monitors use heart rate, age, gender, and weight to estimate how many calories a person burns. •...
Page 17: Expectations For Average Power, Calories, And Distance
Therefore, values for AVERAGE POWER and distance should not be compared to outdoor riding; rather they should be used as standalone performance parameters for training on a Schwinn indoor bike equipped with an Echelon2 console and power sensor.
Page 18 AVG/MAX buttons together for 3 to 5 seconds. If the passcode is set, enter the passcode to access. The passcode is a 3-digit number assigned by Schwinn and cannot be changed. Contact Schwinn support to obtain the passcode. To enter the passcode, use the...
Page 19 Schwinn recommends upgrading to the latest version of firmware. The latest version can be downloaded from the Schwinn Support website at https://support.corehandf.com/Software/ Instructions for updating firmware are shown below or can be viewed on Schwinn’s YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w2LlexQgAQ. Top Level Service Menu...
Page 20 Calibration Menu - Echelon2 • Set Zero Point: Set tool on wheel then push Knob right to stop Push to set • Power Adjust: Calibration Menu - 4iiii • Zero Reset: Spin crank then push Left crank to 6 O’Clock Push to set •...
Page 21 Pairing and Calibrating the 4iiii Powermeter: Press and hold STAGE and “AVG/MAX” for 3-5 seconds to access the service menu. Use AVG/MAX to scroll until SENSOR TYPE is displayed then push the back-light button to access the sen- sor menu. Ensure that “4iiii” is displayed as the sensor type. If the sensor type is set to “Echelon 2”...
Page 22 Zeropoint Current Angle Quick Check (Echelon2 Sensor Type Only) Software V1.7 adds a new feature that allows users to quickly check the current angle of the Zero- point Calibration from the main Ride menu. This enables riders to quickly check to verify the sensor is still calibrated without having to navigate through the service menu.
Page 23 • Also check cables and connectors to ensure there is no damage. • If none of these measures correct the issue, contact Schwinn customer support. Why am I getting abnormally low or power readings even at high resistance? • In rare cases, the Echelon2 power sensor may lose its zero set point calibration •...
Page 24 • Follow the instructions on how to do a zero set point calibration. • Also follow the instructions above to troubleshoot abnormal power readings. What heart rate monitors and fitness watches are compatible with the Echelon2? • The Echelon2 is compatible with 5.3 Khz analog heart rate straps, and compatible 2.4 Ghz ANT+ heart rate straps and devices.
Page 25 • Refer to the instructions on removing batteries. • If the problem persists, contact Schwinn customer support. Help!!! I read all the troubleshooting information but still have questions or issues. How can I get additional help or answers? •...
Page 26 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Preventive maintenance (PM) is a schedule of planned maintenance actions aimed at the prevention of failures. PM is the best way to preserve and enhance equipment reliability by keeping key com- ponents clean and free of debris. PM activities may include cleaning, vacuuming, visual inspections of key components, lubrication, etc.
Page 27 Changing the batteries To change the batteries in the Echelon2 console, you will need the following tools: • 2.5 mm hex (allen) wrench • Philips screwdriver To change the batteries, do the following: Remove the two hex head screws that hold the connector protective cap in place and remove the cap.

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