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Matrix Fitness 7xi – Setup and Network Connection guide
Introduction: Please note that this guide is meant to provide an overview on the configuration and setup steps that are unique to
the 7xi product. The equipment itself is assembled and installed almost identically to the Matrix Fitness 7xe product line. What
sets the Matrix Fitness 7xi equipment apart is our new 'app' interface, personalized logins for each user, social media access, on
demand content, and network connectivity. This guide will cover the initial setup of the 7xi console by Matrix Fitness.
For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863
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Summary of Contents for Matrix Fitness 7xi

  • Page 1 7xi product. The equipment itself is assembled and installed almost identically to the Matrix Fitness 7xe product line. What sets the Matrix Fitness 7xi equipment apart is our new ‘app’ interface, personalized logins for each user, social media access, on demand content, and network connectivity.
  • Page 2 Page 4 - Asset Management – How to create a facility ID and user ID Page 5-6 – Wired Network Setup Page 7-11- Wireless Network setup Page 12 – Post-Installation Console setup Page 13 – FAQ and Overview – 2013 7xi For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 3 7xi Product Workflow Here is a list of steps that must be completed for all Matrix Fitness / Johnson Fitness 7xi Cardio Installation. 1. Sales order is placed for 7xi product. 2. Johnson Fitness Creates an Asset Management Facility ID for the customer.
  • Page 4 Management Only (5x, 7xe) Asset Management w/ PCTV – Wireless Only (5x) PCTV – Wireless (3x, 5x) PCTV – Wired (3x, 5x) 7xi – Wireless 7xi – Wired For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 5 At the time the sales order is placed, a new facility ID is created and assigned to the facility. Each facility requires only one Facility ID, any future orders for the same location will use the same Facility ID. This step is to be performed by Matrix Fitness.
  • Page 6 Setting up Wired and Wireless Connections in a Facility Each facility has two options for the network setup on their Matrix Fitness 7xi product: Option 1 - A wired solution – The media Gateway is connected to a local internet source, and Ethernet cabling is run to each machine individually, using a switch to source all of the connections.
  • Page 7 A7xi Gateway E7xi (your internet line) electrical cord for power Fitness Center Network Data Room Wire club with Ethernet Connect 7xi Units to gateway server via Ethernet cables. For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 8 4 WAP 15.25-20 Mbps 81-100 UNITS 5 WAP 20.25-25 Mbps 101-120 UNITS 6 WAP 25.25-30 Mbps 121-140 UNITS 7 WAP 30.25-35 Mbps 141-160 UNITS 8 WAP 35.25-37.5 Mbps For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 9 This number is only a starting point; additional access points will be required depending on the physical distribution of the clients and the RF challenges presented by the facility’s environment. For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 10 AP. See the diagram below for a side view of the green coverage zone. For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 11 Examples of GOOD AP coverage Back of AP Face of AP Coverage Cone GOOD COVERAGE Example 1 – Ceiling Installation GOOD COVERAGE Coverage Cone Example 2 – Wall Installation For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 12 Look for values that are greater than -70 dBm. If the signal strength is significantly lower than this value (-75 dBm or less), consider installing additional access points. For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...
  • Page 13 Post-installation console setup Upon completing the install of the Matrix Fitness 7xi cardio equipment, it will be necessary to connect the consoles to the media gateway that is included with the 7xi equipment. For Wired Solutions, once the Ethernet cabling that has been installed in the facility, the console should automatically recognize and connect to the network via the Ethernet Cable.
  • Page 14 3. How does the On Demand Content work? Prior to installing Matrix 7xi consoles, a media gateway will be installed on site. The media gateway houses the On Demand content and also connects the 7xi equipment to the internet. Only one media gateway is required for most facilities.
  • Page 15 8. How do the media gateway and access points get installed into the facility? In North America and UK, the gateway and access points will be installed by Accucode, a partner of Matrix Fitness. In all other areas, Matrix Fitness will install and set up the gateway and access point.
  • Page 16 Is On Demand Content available for all 7xi units? Within the United States, both the On Demand TV and music videos are available. Outside of the United States, only the On Demand music videos are available. For more information about Matrix Fitness: matrixfitness.com | Toll-Free 866.693.4863 Rev 1.0...