Page 1 Serial Number:__________________ (Please refer to this number for service) Exer 3/6 Treadmill, Treadmill Controller and Treadmill Software Instruction Manual 0257-904L, 06/24/2016 Copyright Columbus Instruments 2016 Columbus Instruments Columbus Instruments Columbus Instruments Columbus Instruments Phone: (614) 276-0861 950 North Hague Avenue Fax: (614) 276-0529 Columbus, Ohio 43204-2121 U.S.A.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Exer 3/6 Treadmill, Treadmill Controller and Treadmill Software Instruction Manual Section Page Table of Contents Introduction System Overview System Specifications 1.1.0 Exer 3/6 Treadmill 1.1.1 Optional Electric Stimulus 1.1.2 Optional Air-Puff Stimulus 1.1.3 Optional Downhill Running Adapter 1.1.4...
Page 4 Table of Contents Exer 3/6 Treadmill, Treadmill Controller and Treadmill Software Instruction Manual Section Page Performing a PC-Controlled Experiment Treadmill Controller Setup Treadmill Shock Detection Setup Incline Controller Setup Treadmill Software Initialization 5.3.0 No Devices Detected or Manually Configure the Port Manual Experiment 5.4.0...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Exer 3/6 Treadmill, Treadmill Controller and Treadmill Software Instruction Manual Section Page Treadmill Software Descriptions Experiment >> Run 7.0.0 Manual Tab 7.0.1 Profile Mode Tab Experiment >> View Tools >> Device Scan 7.2.0 Adding Devices to the CI-Bus 7.2.1...
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Page 7: Introduction
The Treadmill Controller, which functions as the control interface for the Exer 3/6 Treadmill, allows adjustment of the belt speed and optional electric stimulus. The belt speed is adjustable from 0.0 to 102.3 meters per minute (m/min) or 0.0 to 170.5 centimeters per second (cm/s).
Page 8 System Overview (continued) Summaries of the features are as follows: The Exer 3/6 Treadmill can exercise 1-3 rats or 1-6 mice simultaneously. • Any combination of clear or opaque lane dividers can be used. • +25° of inclination in 5°steps.
Page 9: System Specifications
System Specifications 1.1.0 Exer 3/6 Treadmill Physical Dimensions: 83.8 x 50.8 x 50.8cm (33.0” x 20.0” x 20.0”). Physical Weight: 25 kilograms (55 pounds). Mouse Lane Dimensions: 5.7 x 41.3cm (2.3” x 16.3”). Mouse Platform: 5.7 x 10.7cm with 1.0cm brush (2.3” x 4.2” with 0.4” brush) Rat Lane Dimensions: 11.8 x 41.3cm (4.6”...
Page 10: Treadmill Controller
System Specifications (continued) 1.1.4 Treadmill Controller Power Requirements: 200 watts, 100, 115, or 230VAC, 50/60Hz (factory selected). Physical Dimensions: 33.1 x 29.0 x 10.2cm (13.0” x 11.4” x 4.0”). Physical Weight: 3.2 kilograms (7.0 pounds). CI-Bus Connection: 8-pin RJ45 Jacks (x2). Cal.
Page 11: Computer Setup
SECTION 2 COMPUTER SETUP Treadmill Software Installation You must have administrator rights/privledges on the host computer for the software to install successfuly. The software is expected to be installed and run locally on the host computer’s hard drive and not from a remote mapped network resource.
Page 12 Treadmill Software Installation (continued) Click the OK button to continue. Click the square button marked with a computer and floppy disks to continue. Click the Continue button to begin the copy and installation procedure into the default Program Group. The install program will check for necessary disk space, and then begin to copy the program. It is recommend to keep any files on your system that are newer than the ones being copied.
Page 13: Ci-Bus Hub Driver Installation
CI-Bus Hub Driver Installation Next, the USB communication drivers for the CI-Bus Hub interface will be installed. If it did not automatically launch, then you will have to manually start the installation. Select “Start >> Run...” from the desktop taskbar. A “Run” window will open. Click the Browse button.
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Page 15: Hardware Setup
SECTION 3 HARDWARE SETUP Typical Item Inventory A typical Treadmill system may contain the following items: 1 x CI-Bus Hub Interface, 4-ports with CI-Bus terminators (orange/blue plugs). • 1 x USB cable, 1.8m (6 foot), A-B. • 1 x CAT5 network cable, 1.8m (6-foot), 8p8c (RJ-45). •...
Page 16 Typical Item Inventory (continued) The Exer 3/6 Treadmill (shown with optional shock grid). • 1 x treadmill lid • 1 x feces tray. • 1 x package of lane dividers: 5 opaque and 2 clear dividers are shown for mice.
Page 17 Typical Item Inventory (continued) You may also need the following tools for assembling the system: Phillips (cross-point) screwdriver, medium tip. • Common (flat-point) screwdriver, small tip. • 5/16-inch (7.5mm) wrench. • The Treadmill system is easy to assemble provided that the components of the system are placed correctly. A working surface that averages 1.3m x 1.0 m (6-foot x 3-foot, width x depth) with access to the front and back is recommended.
Page 18: Assembling The Exer 3/6 Treadmill
Assembling the Exer 3/6 Treadmill The Exer 3/6 Treadmill is about 90% assembled. Remove any protective plastic film that may cover pieces of the treadmill. Note that various holes are positioned along the length of the Inclination Rod. Insert the spring pin into the hole that is most near to the end.
Page 19 Assembling the Exer 3/6 Treadmill (continued) Roll the Exer 3/6 Treadmill on its side. Then insert the top of the Inclination Rod through the hole in the front of the treadmill. (Now it is easier to remove the protective film from the bottom of the treadmill too).
Page 20 Assembling the Exer 3/6 Treadmill (continued) Remove any protective plastic film that may cover the lane dividers. Insert one of the clear lane dividers into the set of slots on the far side of the treadmill. Insert all of the opaque dividers into the slots in the middle of the treadmill. Leave one set of slots vacant between the 2 dividers for rats.
Page 21 Assembling the Exer 3/6 Treadmill (continued) Remove all protective plastic film that may cover the treadmill cover and lid. Fold the lid onto the cover. Place the holes of the cover over the posts in the front of the treadmill and secure with the two...
Page 22 Assembling the Exer 3/6 Treadmill (continued) Unfold the lid onto the treadmill and secure with the 2 clips. Place the Feces Tray underneath the treadmill below the platform and treadmill belt. This completes the assembly of the Exer 3/6 Treadmill.
Page 23: Downhill Running Adapter
Downhill Running Adapter If the Exer 3/6 Treadmill came with the Downhill running adapter, then the system should contain the following: 1 x Right leg with rubber foot. • 1 x Left leg with rubber foot. • 2 x Braces for the legs.
Page 24 Downhill Running Adapter (continued) Raise the front so the treadmill will rest entirely on the rear panel. Remove the Inclination Rod with spring pin as set aside. Using the Phillips screwdriver and 5/16-inch wrench, remove both feet from the bottom of the treadmill.
Page 25 Downhill Running Adapter (continued) Using four screws with nuts, connect the legs and the braces together in the orientation as shown. Again, do not tighten. The screws and nuts should hold the pieces closely together but allow them to move. Now, apply pressure to force the rubber feet of the legs apart and tighten the two screws and nuts near the feet.
Page 26 Downhill Running Adapter (continued) Reposition the spring pin from the hole at the bottom to the hole in the middle of the Inclination Rod. Insert the Inclination Rod through the hole in the front of the treadmill. Then lower the front so the treadmill rests on the Downhill Adapter feet and Inclination Rod.
Page 27 Downhill Running Adapter (continued) Tighten all remaining screws and nuts of the legs and braces. This completes the assembly of the Downhill Adapter.
Page 28: Assembling The Air-Puff Stimulus
Assembling the Air-Puff Stimulus The Air-Puff Stimulus should contain the following: 1 x 20’ (6m) 1/4" diameter air supply line with quick-connect fittings. • 1 x Air Reservoir (5 gallon/19 liter) typical. • 1 x 8’ (2.4m) 1/2" diameter air supply line. •...
Page 29 Assembling the Air-Puff Stimulus (continued) Place the Air Reservoir near the treadmill, but out of the way (typically on the floor). Remove and save the protective caps from the air fittings on the rear of the treadmill and the Air Reservoir.
Page 30 Warning! Do not pressurize the air puff system beyond 40 PSIG possible damage may result to connector fittings and equipment. Connect the 12-volt power supply to the DC power jack on the Exer 3/6 treadmill (other cable connections removed for clarity).
Page 31: 3.3.0 Adjusting The Capacitive-Touch Sensitivity
“INTENSITY” to zero. On the Treadmill Stimulus Detection, begin a manual experiment with high numbers for the “NOV” and “NOS” (to allow the stimulus signal from the Treadmill Controller to pass through to the Exer 3/6 Treadmill). On the Exer 3/6 Treadmill, enable the stimulus for all lanes using the toggle switches. At the lowest intensity (sensitivity), random presence detections are typical and persistent.
Page 32: Connecting The Components
Connecting the Components Place the CI-Bus Hub interface near the host computer (not shown). Using the USB cable, connect the interface to the host computer. The power indictor (upper left LED of port “B”) should be lit continuously. Remove the orange terminator from one of the ports and replace it with one end of the CAT5 network cable.
Page 33 Connect one end of the 15-pin shock cable to the rear “Shocker Box” port of the Treadmill Controller. Connect the other end of the 15-pin shock cable to the 15-pin D-Sub jack on the Exer 3/6 Treadmill. Use the common screwdriver to secure the 15-pin connectors to the ports.
Page 34: Setting The Angle Of Inclination Or Declination
Setting the Angle of Inclination or Declination The angle of inclination is set by the location of the spring pin in holes of the Inclination Rod. The holes range from 0° to 25° in 5° steps. With the Downhill Running Adapter, the holes range from 0° to -15° in 5° steps.
Page 35: Stand-Alone General Exercising Without The Pc
SECTION 4 STAND-ALONE GENERAL EXERCISING WITHOUT THE PC The faculties of the Treadmill Controller allow the user to provide various execise regimens for the animals. The belt speed and exercise duration of the session can be directly controlled and timed by way of the front panel.
Page 36: User Menu Settings
User Menu Settings Access the User Menu of the Treadmill Controller with this procedure: Set the “TREADMILL BELT” toggle switch to “STOP”. Set the “SPEED” to “88.7”. Set the “REP RATE” knob to “2Hz”. Then press the “ODOMETER RESET” button. The screen will display “User Menu”...
Page 37 User Menu Settings (continued) Using the “REP RATE” knob, select the next lower menu option by moving the knob down to “1Hz”, then back to “2Hz”. The screen will display the current mode of operation. If you would like to exercise the animals for a fixed amount of time or distance, choose the appropriate mode: “Time Limit”...
Page 38: Loading The Subjects
Loading the Subjects Before loading or unloading the subjects, place a paper towel on top of the treadmill cabinet to protect the toggle switches and indicators and not allow urine to fall inside. Turn the clips that secure the lid and fold the lid on top of the cover.
Page 39: Controlling The Treadmill
Controlling the Treadmill The following sections discuss various controls and their effect on the operation of the Treadmill Controller. 4.3.0 Odometer Reset In the Normal mode, the odometer will display the accumulated distance traveled. When the “ODOMETER RESET” is pressed, the odometer will be reset and held at zero. It will begin to count up when the button is released.
Page 40: 4.3.2 Accel
4.3.2 Accel When the “TREADMILL BELT” toggle switch is set to “ACCEL”, the treadmill belt is enabled to run and the speed will begin to accelerate (or decelerate) from the current speed as set by the “SPEED” knob) toward the end speed, in 0.1meters/minute steps, at the acceleration rate displayed on the screen. The display will report the current speed of the treadmill belt and the mode indicator will be a staircase that grows when accelerating or shrinks when decelerating.
Page 41: Performing A Pc-Controlled Experiment
SECTION 5 PERFORMING A PC-CONTROLLED EXPERIMENT The Treadmill Software provides more control over the treadmill than the Treadmill Controller alone. The belt speed and acceleration can be varied continuosly as well as the shock switched on and off throughout the entire experiment session. Of course, data from the treadmill system are collected and logged into the experiment data file.
Page 42: Treadmill Shock Detection Setup
Treadmill Shock Detection Setup Switch on the Treadmill Shock Detection by fully inserting the DC Coaxial power plug into the power receptacle on the rear panel of the unit. The first option of the menu should be displayed “Mode: Manual”. If the unit already has power, you may press the “RESET”...
Page 43: Treadmill Software Initialization
Treadmill Software Initialization On the host computer, launch the Treadmill Software. A “Treadmill Software” window should open. Then a “Commuication Setup” window will open. The software will automatically check every available COM port for the software’s configured devices. When found, a “Communication Scan” window will replace the previous and the software will enumerate all configured devices and report their status.
Page 44: No Devices Detected Or Manually Configure The Port
Open Window’s “Devices and Printers” and check for the “CI-Bus Hub”. If it doesn’t exist, try another USB port on the computer. If the CI-Bus Hub cannot be detected, contact Columbus Instruments for further assistance. Once detected, close “Devices and Printers” and launch the Treadmill Software.
Page 45: Manual Experiment
Manual Experiment In a Manual Experiment, only one speed and acceleration are allowed for the session. Select “Experiment >> Run” from the main menu.
Page 46: Treadmill Settings
5.4.0 Treadmill Settings Enter the “Interval” which you would like to have data logged to the output file. The number must be an integer and is typically set to “1”. Enter the “Duration” of the entire experiment session. The number must be an integer and is typically larger than the “Interval”...
Page 47: 5.4.1 Shock Detect Settings
5.4.1 Shock Detect Settings When the Treadmill Shock Detection unit is detected, the following controls are available: Use the mouse to select the text boxes and enter the following parameters: Session Number: 1 to 10. Not needed. Included for consistency with other software. •...
Page 48: 5.4.3 Start Manual Experiment
5.4.3 Start Manual Experiment Click the Start button to begin the experiment. A “Save Experiment Data File” window will open. Enter the name for the data file and click the Save button. The window will close and return to the experiment window.
Page 49 5.4.3 Start Manual Experiment (continued) The Experiment window provides the following information while the experiment is running: Belt Status: “Idle” indicates the front panel switch is set to “STOP” • “Running” indicates the front panel switch is set to “RUN” “Accel”...
Page 50: Profile Mode Experiment
Profile Mode Experiment In the Profile Mode, the speed, acceleration, shock and incline are all dynamically adjustable througout the session.
Page 51: Treadmill Settings
5.5.0 Treadmill Settings Note: Controls not specified in the following procedure are “not needed” as they are automatically updated and set by the profile. Enter the “Interval” which you would like to have data logged to the output file. The number must be an integer and is typically set to “1”.
Page 52: 5.5.2 Start Profile Mode Experiment
5.5.1 Creating a Profile (continued) Use the mouse to select the text boxes and enter the following parameters: End Speed: 0.0 to 102.3. The desired speed at the end of the period. • Period: 0 to 32767. The duration of the period in seconds. •...
Page 53 5.5.2 Start Profile Mode Experiment (continued)
Page 54 5.5.2 Start Profile Mode Experiment (continued) The program will initialize all of the controllers of the system with the settings from the first period: Step 1. In any period, when the “Shock” is set to “True”, the shock stimulus will be presented to the grids (as long as a specified limit has not been reached) and data will be accumulated for that period.
Page 55: Treadmill Controller User Menu
SECTION 6 TREADMILL USER MENU The user menu is used to view and set various parameters which are saved within the Treadmill Controller. Access to the menu is provided by adjusting the front panel controls to a unique setting (typically not encountered through normal operation): If the Treadmill Controller is under computer control (indicated by the speed setting displayed with “C”...
Page 56: Restore Defaults
Serial Number This is used to see the electronic serial number which should match the Columbus Instruments serial tag on the outside of the unit. For service, this number may be referenced to lookup any specific details or notes about your particular Treadmill and Controller.
Page 57: Baud Rate
Baud Rate This is used to set the CI-Bus communication speed which is set upon power-up. The baud rate can be changed through the course of an experiment via computer control. If the unit fails to respond to computer queries, this option can be used to view and change the communication baud rate as necessary. The baud rate range includes: 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 128000, 230400, 1M and 2M (19200 typical).
Page 58: Autocal Speed
“External Wheel Not Detected…”. Verify the connection. If all appears correct, try cycling the AC power and start the calibration again. Else, contact Columbus Instruments for help. Once an output has been detected the screen will display “Press Odometer Reset…”.
Page 59: Acceleration Settings
Acceleration Settings This option is used to set the acceleration rate and ending speed of the treadmill belt when the “TREADMILL BELT” toggle is set to “ACCEL”. The screen displays three adjustable settings: Acceleration Step: 0.0 to 25.5 meters/minute (m/min). •...
Page 60: Operating Mode
Operating Mode For better stand-alone functionality when providing general-purpose exercise regimens, two new modes of operation have been added. The new modes simply stop the treadmill belt when a set duration of time or distance has elapsed (the same as if the “TREADMILL BELT” toggle were set to “STOP”). The durations are restored and the treadmill belt will start and run when the “ODOMETER RESET”...
Page 61: Time Limited
6.8.1 Time Limited This mode limits the time duration of the exercise session. This is indicated when the odometer is replaced by a count-down timer: “T”. The timer will count-down at any belt speed when the “TREADMILL BELT” toggle is set to “RUN” or “ACCEL”. The timer will freeze when “TREADMILL BELT” toggle is set to “STOP”...
Page 62: Distance Limited
6.8.2 Distance Limited This mode limits the distance travelled in the exercise session. This is indicated by the label “L” for the measured odometer distance which counts down as the treadmill belt moves. When the odometer reaches zero (0.0), the belt will stop. At any time, pressing the “ODOMETER RESET” button will reload the odometer with the distance limit and the treadmill belt will act according to the “TREADMILL BELT”...
Page 63: Treadmill Software Descriptions
SECTION 7 TREADMILL SOFTWARE DESCRIPTIONS Experiment >> Run This option will open the “Run Experiment” window which is used to load, configure, save and run experiments. The following controls are on this form: Filename: displays the path and filename of a loaded or saved experiment or the currently running •...
Page 64: Manual Tab
This setting is automatically updated throughout a profile mode experiment as specified by the profile. Inc_Rate: reports the maximum inclination rate of the Incline Apparatus (1.6°/second typical for an • Exer 3/6 Treadmill).
Page 65: Profile Mode Tab
7.0.1 Profile Mode Tab This tab contains the controls used to define the treadmill belt speed, acceleration, time durations, belt inclination, and shock presentation for each period in the profile. The controls on the Profile Mode tab are defined as follows: Loop Profile: Click-to-clear this box to execute the profile once.
Page 66: Tools >> Device Scan
Device: Name of the device. Address#: 1 to 254. The unique CI-Bus address of the device Prod ID#: 0 to 9999. The Product Number of the device (Columbus Instruments specific). Version: The firmware revision of the device. Status: “OK” indicates the device has been detected.
Page 67: Adding Devices To The Ci-Bus
7.2.0 Adding Devices to the CI-Bus Use the following procedure to add new devices to the CI-Bus: Note the addresses of the currently configured and detected devices on the CI-Bus. Typical addresses are: 220, 230 and 235 for the Treadmill Controller, Treadmill Shock Detection unit and the Incline Controller respectively.
Page 68: Window
• Inclinometer Manual • 7.4.0 About This reports the version of the Treadmill Software. Be sure to reference the version when contacting Columbus Instruments for help. Click the OK button to close the window and return to the main window.
Page 69: Maintenance
SECTION 8 MAINTENANCE Treadmill Belt Tracking As the treadmill is used, the treadmill belt and the pulleys will begin to wear in. This may cause the belt to stretch and become loose which may also coincide with the belt beginning to track away from the center of the treadmill.
Page 70: Treadmill Belt Tension
Treadmill Belt Tracking (continued) Make small adjustments to the nuts, only 1/4 turns, and allow 1 minute for the belt to settle to the new tracking position. Once the tracking adjustments are complete, follow the procedure in the next section. Treadmill Belt Tension If the mechanical sounds of the treadmill appear to have increased in volume or the belt cannot be stopped with a heavy downward pressure, then the overall tension of the belt may be too high.|...
Page 71 Serial N umber: (Please re efer to this num mber for service Exer 3 3 /6 Trea admill S Shock D Detectio on Upgr rade nstruction n Addend 20/2011 ...
Page 72 Table of Contents Exer 3/6 Treadmill Shock Detection Upgrade Instructions. Page COMPUTER SETUP ........................... 3 1.0. Serial Port Installation........................3 INSTALLING SOFTWARE....................... 4 Treadmill Software Installation..................... 4 Removing the Software......................... 6 HARDWARE SETUP ........................8 Item Inventory..........................
Page 73: Installing Software
INSTAL LLING S OFTWA 2.1. Treadmill So oftware Install lation You must have a administrator r rights/privledge es on the host c computer for th he software to install uccessfuly. Th he software is e expected to be i installed and ru un locally on th he host comput...
Page 74 2.1. Treadmill So oftware Install lation (continu ued) 7. Cli ick the OK bu utton to continu 8. Cli ick the square b button marked d with a mputer and flo oppy disks to co...
Page 75 2.2. Removing th he Software Remov ving the Tread dmill Software application is r required when upgrading to a a newer version n of the applic ation or reloca ating the applic ation to a new host computer r. When upgra ading, this ensu ures that all of the sup...
Page 76: Removing The Software
Removing th e Software (co ontinued) 5. Cli ick Yes to beg gin the removal l of the Treadm mill Software pr rogram. 6. Cli ick OK to clos se the “Applica ation Removal” ” window and r return to the “A Add or Remov ve Programs”...
Page 77: Hardware Setup
HARDW WARE SE ETUP Connecting th he Shock Dete ection Interfac ce to the Tread dmill Item Invento Treadm mill Shock Det tection compon nents included with the shipm ment are as pic ctured below. T The following instruc ctions make us se of these part s and will refer...
Page 78 Connecting t the Computer Interface The co omputer interfa face and cables s were included d originally wi ith the treadmi ill. If you alrea ady have the treadm mill connected to a PC, or do o not wish to us se the software e, you can skip p this step and p...
Page 79 Connecting t the Computer Interface (Co ontinued…) 6. C onnect the othe er end of the R RJ-45 cable to a any of the “CIB BUS”” ports of f the Treadmill l Controller. 3.3 C Connecting the e Treadmill an nd Controller to the Shock D...
Page 80 4. Con nnect the 25-pi in cable to the Shock Detectio on Interface to the port labele ed “To Shocker r Unit.” The oth end wil l connect to the e side panel of f the treadmill it tself, as illustra ated below.
Page 81 SOFTW WARE SE ETUP 4.1. Treadmill So oftware Initial lization From t the desktop tas skbar, select “S Start » All Pro ograms » Trea admill Softwar re » Treadmil ll Software”.  Upon initializa ation, the softw ware will autom matically scan t...
Page 82 System Initia alization (cont tinued) Upon successful iden ntification the T Treadmill Con ntroller by the a application, the e host COM po ort and Treadm mill Controller r information a re displayed at t the top of the window as sho own below: ...
Page 83 4.2 S hock detection n parameters ssion or experi ment number. umber of active e channels with h a range of (1- -8). For the Ex xer 3/6 Treadm mill System the maximum mber of active channels is 3 f for rat subjects and 6 for mice e subjects.
Page 84: 5.0 Troubleshooting
Check the LCD of the Treadmill Controller. It should be lit continuously. There should be text on the LCD (adjust the contrast knob fully clockwise to view). If not, contact Columbus Instruments. This may be an indication of a fault within the Treadmill Controller.
Page 85: Treadmill Diagnostics
5.2 T Treadmill Diag gnostics The T readmill Diagn nostics provide es additional co ontrols for mon nitoring the trea admill system w while an experi iment is active. . To access the Diagnostics w window, select “Tools » Trea admill Control l”...
Page 86 1. C lick the Write button to app ly the settings and save them m to the Treadm mill Controller. 2. C lick the Read button to read d the settings c urrently saved d in the Treadm mill Controller. otes: The accel leration parame eters entered in...
Page 87 Serial Number:__________________ (Please refer to this number for service) Automated Incline Controller Setup & User Guide 07/10/2014 Incline_140710 Copyright Columbus Instruments 2014 Columbus Instruments Phone: (614) 276-0861 950 North Hague Avenue Fax: (614) 276-0529 Columbus, Ohio 43204-2121 U.S.A. http://www.colinst.com E-mail: sales@colinst.com...
Page 89 1.1.0 Incline Controller 1.1.1 Generic Incline Apparatus 1.1.2 Metabolic Mouse Incline Apparatus 1.1.3 Metabolic Rat Incline Apparatus 1.1.4 Exer 3/6 Incline Apparatus 1.1.5 Option: Incline Sensor Calculation of Data 1.2.0 Angle of Inclination 1.2.0 Rate of Change of Angle of Inclination...
Page 91: Introduction
INTRODUCTION System Overview The Columbus Instruments’ Automated Incline Controller has been designed to provide manual or computer-controlled inclination of any apparatus over a practical 100° range, inclusive of 0°. Rotary knobs are provided to select the angle of inclination (or declination) with 0.1° precision and the rate of change of the incline with 0.1°/second resolution.
Page 92: System Specifications
System Specifications 1.1.0 Incline Controller Power Requirements: 60 watts, 100 - 240VAC, 50/60Hz. Power Fuses: 2A Slow-Blow 13.0” x 11.4” x 4.0” (33.1 x 29.0 x 10.2cm). Physical Dimensions: Physical Weight: 5.8 pounds (2.6 kilograms). 8p8c “RJ45” Jacks (x2). CI-Bus Connection: Motor Fuses: 2A Slow-Blow Motor Connection:...
Page 93: Exer 3/6 Incline Apparatus
1.1.4 Exer 3/6 Incline Apparatus Linear-Actuator, 12V, 10” Stroke Motor Type: Angular Range: -10.0° to +25.0°, ±0.1° or -17.6% to +46.6% incline, ±0.2%. 0.3”/s, 0.5”/s, 2.0”/s (0.7cm/s, 1.2cm/s, 5.0cm/s). (0.5”/s default) Actuator Rates: Resulting Angular Rates: 0.9°/s, 1.6°/s, 6.6°/s. (1.6°/s default) 26”...
Page 94: Calculation Of Data
Calculation of Data The Incline Controller utilizes linear-actuators with built-in feedback potentiometers. Each actuator contains an electric motor, which turns an ACME ball-screw through a gear transmission. The ACME ball- screw is threaded into a rod which extends outside of the actuator assembly. The position of the rod is sense by the resistive potentiometer.
Page 95: Software Setup
SECTION 2 SOFTWARE SETUP Treadmill Software Installation You must have administrator rights/privledges on the host computer for the software to install successfuly. The software is expected to be installed and run locally on the host computer’s hard drive and not from a remote mapped network resource.
Page 96  Click the OK button to continue.  Click the square button marked with a computer and floppy disks to continue.  Click the Continue button to begin the copy and installation procedure into the default Program Group. The install program will check for necessary disk space, then begin to copy the program. It is recommend to keep any files on your system that are newer than the ones being copied.
Page 97: Removing The Software
Removing the Software Removing the Treadmill Software application is required when upgrading to a newer version of the application or relocating the application to a new host computer. When upgrading, this ensures that all of the support files packaged with the application are copied and installed to the host computer. Follow these steps to remove the Treadmill Software: ...
Page 98  Click Yes to begin the removal of the Treadmill Software program.  Click OK to close the “Application Removal” window and return to the “Add or Remove Programs” window.  Click X in the top-right corner of the “Add or Remove Programs” window to close. ...
Page 99: Hardware Setup
SECTION 3 HARDWARE SETUP It is recommended to use an AC power strip to provide a common short-distance access to AC power for all components of the Treadmill, Incline and other systems. Most AC power strips incorporate a master switch that can switch on and off the AC power to the entire system and protect against electrostatic discharge.
Page 100: Metabolic Mouse/Rat
Metabolic Mouse/Rat Additional hardware for a Metabolic Mouse or Rat system will contain the following items: Two-Lane Modular Mouse shown, all others similar.  1 - Left-Support with hardware: 2 - 1/4"-20 socket-cap screws, 1/2" long.  1 - Right-Support. ...
Page 101  Position the left-support, modular lanes, right-support and motor assembly as shown. The hexagonal aluminum spacers, which normally connect the motor assembly to the first lane, have been replaced by the right-support.  Using the 1/4"-20 socket-cap screws, 1/2" long, connect all of the pieces together, but DO NOT fully tighten.
Page 102  Prepare each support with one 1/4" x 3” quick-release pin and 1” spacer. Insert the quick-release pin through the support and spacer as shown.  Place the left-actuator, actuator-brace and right-actuator, front-side down, as shown.  Place one bronze-bushing and 1/4" spacer over the shoulder of a #10-24 socket-cap shoulder screw, 2- 1/2”...
Page 103  Insert the actuator-brace assembly into the vertical slots of the supports by tilting one end into the bottom of the left slot, then dropping the other end into the top of the right slot.  Let one actuator rest on the working surface while the other is raised to vertical. Then lift the vertical actuator to the top-brace.
Page 104  Pass the motor cables through the split-rings at the end of the quick-release pins to hold cables away from the metabolic lanes when installed. This completes the assembly of the Metabolic Automated Incline Apparatus. Add the metabolic lanes in the typical manner, motor side first (right-support).
Page 105: Exer
Exer 3/6 Additional hardware for the Exer 3/6 system will contain the following items: (The tops of the supports are not shown for clarity)  1 - Left-Support and Pivot-Block with hardware: 2 - #6-32 pan-head screws, 1-5/8” long. 2 - #6 flat washers.
Page 106  Position the left-support, bottom brace and right-support as shown.  Raise the left-support to vertical. Using a 1/4"-20 socket-cap screw, 1-1/4” long with a flat washer over the threads, connect the left support to the bottom brace. DO NOT fully tighten. The screws should hold the pieces closely together and allow them to move.
Page 107  Repeat the above procedure for the right-support.  Attach the top-brace to the supports as shown. Again, DO NOT fully tighten the screws & nuts. Front View Back View...
Page 108: Leveling The Incline Apparatus
3.1.0 Leveling the Incline Apparatus (optional) If the working surface is flat and level, skip this section. Else, the bottom of the apparatus utilizes threaded feet which can be used raise the corners of the apparatus to level. Using the 2’ bubble level, determine the highest corner of the apparatus: ...
Page 109 Exer 3/6 (continued)  Fully tighten the screws, starting with the bottom-brace and finishing with the top-brace. Be sure that the top-brace sits flat against the top of the supports.  Prepare each support with one 1/4" x 3” quick-release pin and 1” spacer. Insert the quick-release pin through the support and spacer as shown.
Page 110  Using one #10-24 socket-cap shoulder screw, 3-1/2” long, place one bronze-bushing and one 1/4" long spacer over the shoulder. Then pass the shoulder through the hole in the left-actuator. Place one Exer 3/6 bushing over the shoulder (large diameter end toward the threads) and into the actuator brace. Tighten with the 1/8”...
Page 111  Pass the motor cables through the split-rings at the end of the quick-release pins to hold cables away from the Exer 3/6 treadmill when installed.  If installed, remove the two rear rubber feet or the declination adapter from the treadmill. You will...
Page 112  Lift the entire treadmill from the rear and place the front of it through the supports and allow it to rest on top of the Exer 3/6 bushings. Then lower the rear onto the pivot blocks. Be sure the large-diameter...
Page 113  Secure the rear of the treadmill to the pivot-blocks by passing a #6-32 pan-head screw, 1-5/8” long, through each of the four holes. Place a #6 flat-washer and #6 lock-nut over the threads and fully tighten. (one of four shown) This completes the assembly of the Exer 3/6 Automated Incline Apparatus.
Page 115: Connecting The Components
Connecting the Components  Place the Incline Controller near the Incline Apparatus.  Using the two 6’ motor extension cables, connect the left and right-actuators to the “Left” and “Right” actuator ports on the rear of the controller.  Connect the AC power cord to the rear panel AC power receptacle of the Incline Controller and insert the other end into an appropriate AC outlet.
Page 116: With The Treadmill And Shock-Detection Controllers
3.2.1 With the Treadmill and Shock-Detection Controllers It is recommended to place the controller cabinets on top of each other. In this example, The Treadmill Controller is placed on the bottom as it is the most heavy. The Shock-Detection Controller is placed in the middle, adjacent to the Treadmill Controller as it utilizes a short cable for connection of the shock signals.
Page 117: System Initialization
SECTION 4 SYSTEM INITIALIZATION Attention! To prevent the unintentional operation of the Incline Apparatus: Select the “STOP” mode prior to the application of AC power.  Switch “On” the Incline Controller. The power switch is just above the power receptacle on the rear panel.
Page 118: Motor Type
You can chemically clean the pins and receptacles with spray Contact Cleaner. Then reconnect.  Press the Apply button to reset the error and return to normal operation. If the error remains, you may have to contact Columbus Instruments for service.
Page 119: Positional Mismatch
4.0.3 Positional Mismatch As two linear-actuators are used to move the apparatus, their positions must closely match. If one moves ahead or behind too much, then mechanical stress and damage may result within the Incline Apparatus. In the event of this error, controls are provided to manually move the linear-actuators back into alignment with each other.
Page 121: Computer-Controlled Experiment
SECTION 5 COMPUTER-CONTROLLED EXPERIMENT Treadmill Software Initialization From the desktop taskbar select: “Start >> All Programs >> Treadmill Software >> Treadmill Software”. Upon initialization, the software will automatically scan all of the available communication (COM) ports for existing devices and associated addresses. Once checked, all information windows will automatically close and leave you at the main window.
Page 122: Device Scan
Device Scan To rescan the selected port for existing or new devices select “Tools >> Device Scan” from the main menu.  Click Scan Configured Devices , to check for expected devices.  Click Scan for New Devices , to discover all connected devices. ...
Page 123: Experiment Parameters
Select “Experimet >> Run” from the main menu. You may want to “maximize” the Treadmill Software window to view all of the setting simultaneously. Refer to the “Exer 3/6 Treadmill, Treadmill Controller and Treadmill Software” manual for complete descriptions and procedures for performing an...
Page 124: Manual Tab
Session Number: Sets the session number. Number of Active Channels: Sets the active channels: Metabolic (1-4), Exer 3/6 (3 or 6) Number of Visits to Grid: The maximum number of visits (detected by the shock repetition rate). Number of Shocks: The maximum number of shocks.
Page 125: Profile Tab
5.2.1 Profile Tab The “Profile” tab is used to apply a set of parameters, sequentially in steps, throughout the experiment. Ideally, the sum of all of the “Period sec” entries should equal an integer multiple of the experiment “Duration”. The following details the control labels and descriptions: Step: The sequence number which logically progress: 1, 2, 3, etc..
Page 126 The Add Period will add another step to the profile. The Remove Period will delete the last step of the profile. The graph at the bottom pictorially indicates speed of the treadmill over time.
Page 127: Maintenance
SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE Cleaning For safety, switch off and unplug all of the equipment from the AC power. All of the parts of the incline controller and apparatus can be cleaned with a mild-soap solution. Do not immerse the linear-actuators or Incline Controller cabinet and try to prevent liquids from entering the components as this may damage the electronics inside.

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