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Blade IONs onboard computer is the first indoor cycle to be powered by a generator. The ION computer has an internal back-
up battery to provide power when the rider is pedaling below 55 RPM or stops completely. As the rider starts to pedal the bike, blue LED
lights illuminate on the left side of the flywheel. Not only is this a stunning visual it is an indicator that the generator is providing power to the
computer.
The ION computer provides the rider with power data (displayed in watts), cadence (measured in RPMs), heart rate (when paired with an
Ant+ compatible device), kilocalories (KCAL), distance (miles or kilometers), average power, peak power, and total ride time or interval time.
When paired with a compatible device, the ION computer will broadcast a data file to the device that will record the ride data, including ride
time, power, and kilojoules. This data can be uploaded to power analysis software that is capable of receiving data files with the device
used to measure ride data.
Power generated by the rider is measured via a load cell sensor that is attached to the brake pad assembly, which provides resistance to
the flywheel. As pedal resistance is increased by manually turning the red resistance knob clockwise, the frictional load between brake pad
and flywheel increases, thus putting greater load on the load cell sensor. The result for the rider is a true measurement of energy and power
at the flywheel.
SPINNER BLADE ION MANUFACTURED by STAR TRAC - OWNER’S MANUAL |
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