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  • Page 1 Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter...
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  • Page 4 P/N 303072-101 rev A Copyright © October 2013 Precor Incorporated. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. This document applies to Preva version 3.3 and P80 console software version 3.3. Trademark Note Precor, AMT, EFX, and Preva are registered trademarks of Precor Incorporated.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Configuring P80 Consoles ............15 Editing the Channel Guide ..............15 Activating the Media Adapter ............16 Exporting the Channel Guide to other P80 Consoles ....18 Servicing the Media Adapter .............21 Troubleshooting .................. 22 Removing and Replacing the IR Transmitter ....... 23...
  • Page 6 Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter...

  • Page 7: Installing External Receivers

    The only control mechanism that these receivers have in common is an infrared (IR) remote control. Because of this, the P80 Media Adapter acts as the remote control for each receiver that is certified to work with it. Caution: Be sure to install, configure, and test the external receiver and channel guide for the first P80 console before you perform the procedures in this chapter for the other consoles.

  • Page 8: About Channel Types

    HDMI cable. The following figure and table show the possible paths that TV and video signals can take to reach the P80 consoles in a typical facility. Note: Some of these signal paths may not be installed at your facility.
  • Page 9 TV channels and reassigns them to other channel numbers if necessary. External receivers installed next to each P80 console receive cable TV, satellite TV, and Internet Protocol (IP)-based video signals and reassigns them to other channel numbers if necessary.

  • Page 10: Configuring Receivers

    Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter Configuring Receivers To configure and test the external receivers that you plan to use with P80 consoles, you must have the following tools available: HDMI-compatible monitor capable of displaying a 720p  signal at 60 frames per second Infrared remote control from one of the receivers ...

  • Page 11: Creating The Channel List

    While one of the receivers is connected and operating, create a list of the channels that should eventually be available in the channel guide on the P80 consoles. For each channel, note the digit sequence that you must enter through the remote control to select the channel directly (without using the "channel up"...

  • Page 12: Attaching Hdmi And Remote Control Cables To Consoles

    When you remove the access cover from the back of each P80 console, you will see two cables that have already been connected inside the console housing, as shown in the following figure and table.
  • Page 13 Installing External Receivers Table 2. Media Adapter connector identification Connector Function Connector Type HDMI HDMI socket Remote control Three-connector locking interconnect After you have routed the HDMI extender cable and the remote control cable through the framework of the fitness equipment and the console mount, attach them to these connectors.

  • Page 14: Installing Receivers In Junction Boxes

    Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter Installing Receivers in Junction Boxes Each external receiver in your facility must be housed in a high-capacity junction box. This enclosure is a direct replacement for an existing T-junction; its ventilation slots and elevated receiver platform keep the receiver cool during use, while space has been set aside on its lower level for the receiver’s power supply.

  • Page 15: Connecting Receivers

    Installing External Receivers Connecting Receivers The IR transmitter is fitted with an adhesive foam gasket. When attached to a receiver, this gasket keeps the transmitter positioned correctly and seals out any room light that filters in to the junction box. Important: The foam gasket is lined with an extremely strong, permanent adhesive.
  • Page 16 Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter 5. Position the IR transmitter so that the gasket can surround the IR port without placing any strain on the remote control cable. 6. Remove the liner from the gasket. 7. Make sure the gasket does not block any part of the IR port, then press the IR transmitter into place as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 17: Configuring P80 Consoles

    This chapter discusses how to perform these tasks. Editing the Channel Guide Each P80 console contains a formatted text file, called channel-guide.json, that describes the channel guide on that console. Precor provides a software utility called the Precor Channel Editor that makes creating or modifying this file easy.

  • Page 18: Activating The Media Adapter

    Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter Activating the Media Adapter By default, the P80 console is configured to use its internal tuner instead of the Media Adapter option. Before you can import your finished channel list file, you must activate the Media Adapter.
  • Page 19 Configuring P80 Consoles 6. At the Settings menu, select System Settings, then TV Settings, then TV Source. 7. Select Set Top Box from the TV Source list, then touch 8. Touch BACK twice to return to the Settings menu. To import the channel guide file: On the Settings menu, touch System Settings, then TV Settings, then Export/Import Channel List.

  • Page 20: Exporting The Channel Guide To Other P80 Consoles

    Exporting the Channel Guide to other P80 Consoles After you have installed the channel guide file on the first P80 console and tested it there, export it to a USB drive to distribute it to the other P80 consoles in your facility. In addition to saving time, this ensures that the channel list is consistent on all of your fitness equipment.
  • Page 21 12. Remove the USB drive from the console. Note: Before you can import the channel guide to the other P80 consoles, you must make sure that the Media Adapters on those consoles are activated (refer to Activating the Media Adapter).
  • Page 22 Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter...

  • Page 23: Servicing The Media Adapter

    Chapter Servicing the Media Adapter The sections in this chapter contain information about how to correct problems with the Media Adapter and how to obtain service.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Installing the P80 Console Media Adapter Troubleshooting If you encounter problems with the Media Adapter, please check the common solutions in the following table before contacting Precor Customer Support or your Precor dealer. Problem Possible Solutions No picture or sound is Verify that all cables are in place •...

  • Page 25: Removing And Replacing The Ir Transmitter

    Servicing the Media Adapter Removing and Replacing the IR Transmitter Under most circumstances, Precor does not recommend removing the IR transmitter once it has been mounted on the external receiver. However, you may need to remove a transmitter for one of the following reasons: The transmitter is not operating correctly.

  • Page 26: Obtaining Service

    Do not attempt to service the equipment except for maintenance tasks. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. For more information regarding customer support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit the Precor web site at http://www.precor.com.
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  • Page 28 P80 Media Adapter Installation Guide Precor Incorporated 303072-101 rev A 20031 142nd Avenue NE October 2013 P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002...
  • Page 29 Receiver Brands and Models Supported by the P80 Media Adapter DirecTV Enseo® HD3000 I-O DATA HVTR-BCTL Precor Incorporated 303097-111 rev A, en-us 20031 142nd Ave NE, P.O. Box 7202, Woodinville, WA 98072-4002 October 2013 1-800-347-4404 • www.precor.com © 2013 Precor Incorporated...

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