TriFIT 620 Setup Guide Version 4.9 061227 Polar/HealthFirst Corporation Voice (505) 344-1400 Fax (505) 998-0622 Technical Support (505) 344-9679 www.polarusa.com © Polar/HealthFirst Corporation 1989-2006. All rights reserved.
Table of Contents a SECTION 1: UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING ..................................................... 3 REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS.............................................................................. 4 RECEIVING YOUR 620 SYSTEM...................................................................................................... 4 PACKING LIST ..........................................................................................................................................
Section 1: Unpacking and Assembling In this section • • • • The TriFIT System Computer Requirements Packing Lists Unpacking and Assembling the TriFIT 620 System 3
Requirements and Recommendations The TriFIT 620 evaluation system is designed to work with your existing computer to gather, process, interpret and display fitness and wellness data. The TriFIT was designed to be used by exercise professionals and physical educators.
Packing List The following is a list of all the items which are included with your system: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Polar heart rate transmitter belt and elastic strap 700iu box Integrated Skyndex Skinfold calipers (Lange calipers an optional upgrade) 700iu box Power Module Allen wrench (for removing R.O.M. unit from Sit & Reach housing) Heart rate receiver and 8’ cable (if no bike was purchased). If bike was purchased, the receiver is installed in the bike at the factory. 7. Skinfold calibration dowel: 25.
Hardware Upgrades • • • • • • Monark 828E Bicycle Ergometer (includes Polar Heart Rate Interface Unit) Magnum Bike (with serial/USB hook up into computer) Trackmaster treadmill (includes 15 foot treadmill interface cable and treadmill interface in TriFIT software) (Treadmill not shown here) Lange interactive skinfold calipers Blood Pressure. Includes a TriFIT blood pressure device installed in the 700iu box at the factory and three blood pressure cuffs (small, medium, large).
Optional Software Modules • • • • • • Health Risk Appraisal (HRA) module Group Report module Meal Planner Template Builder Network Version (2-5, 10, 25, 99 user license) Nutritional Analysis (Nutritionist Pro) Available Accessories • • • Additional Polar heart rate transmitter belt Additional Polar elastic belts (available in small and XL) Marketing package for Fitness Centers/Health Clubs 7
Section 2: Installing Your TriFIT 620 In this section • • • • • Hardware Installation Optional Equipment Setup • Monark Bike • Blood Pressure • TriFIT Cart Software Installation Licensing the TriFIT software Setting up TriFIT Software defaults 8
I. Hardware Installation Once all components are unpacked and the recommended connections and environment are available, you are ready to start setting up your TriFIT 620. Step 1 Plug one of the USB to USB cable ends into the USB connector on the back of the TriFIT 700iu box. If you are using a serial cable to connect the TriFIT 700iu box to your PC, then plug the male end of the serial cable into the serial port of the 700iu box.
Step 3 Plug the TriFIT 700iu power into a wall outlet and then into the TriFIT 700iu unit. (If using the TriFIT cart upgrade, the 700iu power plugs into the power strip in the CPU Compartment) 700iu Power Cable: Plug other end into wall outlet Step 4 The green light indicates the unit is getting power. In order for the box to work with the PC via USB to USB cable, the drivers will have to be installed.
Step 5 Now you are ready to plug the testing devices into the TriFIT 700iu unit. They each have unique connectors, so you cannot plug the wrong device into the wrong connector. Skyndex or Lange calipers go here Bike or Heart Rate Cable for Treadmill goes here Load Platform/Scale goes here Range of Motion Unit goes here Step 6 –Platform Setup • Attach the “C” connector on the strength strap assembly to the strength handle. Make sure it is tightened all the way.
Blood Pressure If a Blood Pressure option was purchased, you will receive 3 cuffs; a Small, Standard and XLarge. To install the blood pressure connector into the 700iu box, firmly snap in the white or black plastic connector as shown here. You will need to set some defaults in the TriFIT software to work with the Blood Pressure unit in the next section.
TriFIT Cart A cart can be purchased with the TriFIT 620 so you may use your own computer, monitor, keyboard and mouse. Follow the instructions in the previous Section 2: Installing your TriFIT 620-Hardware Installation to connect the TriFIT 700iu to your computer. The cart is pre-wired for the most common connectors for computer peripherals. If you purchased a cart with your TriFIT 620 system, the 700iu box is attached to the top of the CPU compartment at the factory as shown below right.
III. Software Installation Once the TriFIT 620 system hardware is setup up, you are now ready to begin the software installation and setup. Step 1 Insert the TriFIT CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. After a minute, a screen will pop-up. Your screen will look like one of the screens below. Click on Install TriFIT Software or Install BodyAge Software.
Step 2 Click Next> to begin installation. Step 3 Click Next> to install in the C:\Program Files\TF4 directory.
Step 4 Click Next> again. (Keeping the default is recommended) Step 5 Click Next> to start copying the files.
Step 6 Keep the selected option of Yes, I want to restart my computer now. You MUST Re-Start in order for TriFIT to function properly. Once it has re-started, open the TriFIT software by clicking on the HealthFirst TriFIT Heart Icon on your desktop. Click Continue> Note: This screen will not appear once you are licensed from Polar/HealthFirst (next step). If you do not call to license the software, when the demo hours run out, you will be unable to use your TriFIT 620 system.
IV. Licensing the TriFIT 620 Sytem You must call Polar/HealthFirst to license your TriFIT software Call 800-717-2070 and say you are a customer and would like to license your TriFIT 620 System. Step 1 You will be asked to go into the Help on the main menu and then to About HealthFirst TriFIT Step 2 Click Upgrade Product Step 3 You will be given an entry password. Type this in making sure to use the correct case. The Polar/HealthFirst technician will walk you through the rest of the licensing.
Networking the TriFIT 620 System To network your TriFIT 620 system to other computers, whether they are another TriFIT 620 system, just TriFIT software or a full TriFIT 700 system, the same instructions apply. You can designate one TriFIT computer as the “Server” and all the other TriFIT systems on your network as “Clients”. The Server has the database that all the other TriFIT’s will be sharing. The shared database can be on a computer that TriFIT is not installed on as well.
4. To start, go to Start/Programs/HealthFir st/TriFIT (or BodyAge)Database Locator. Browse to the Data folder on the machine you wish to be the server (C:Program Files\TF4\Data) and click on the TF4_95.mdb file. 5. After clicking on TF4_95.mdb, you will get this message Data Path Has Been Set Successfully! 6. Repeat for every computer running TriFIT. NOTE: TriFIT should NOT be running while installing licensing or running the TriFIT Database Locator Program (dblocate.
V. Setup Defaults for your TriFIT 620 System General Defaults To set up the TriFIT software to work with your TriFIT 620, go to Defaults/Environment. On the Environments Defaults Screen: • 620/700 System should be selected NOT 600. • Complete the Company Name or District Name and Facility Name or School Name. These will be printed on the Cover Sheet of the reports you generate and at the bottom of each report page.
Blood Pressure Defaults The Blood Pressure Defaults have been factory set, but if for some reason they have been re-set, follow these instructions. If you do not have the Blood Pressure option, go to the next section. Step 1 While still in Defaults/Environment, click on the Blood Pressure Tab. Select TriFIT 620/700 Blood Pressure Option Installed.
Cardiovascular Defaults While still in the Environment Defaults, click on the Cardiovascular Tab. Select the Cardio Device that you will be using and select the Serial Port that it is connected to. It is recommended to keep all other defaults. • • • The Sub-Max Percent default is 85%. The test will end when the client achieves 85% of their max heart rate as estimated from 220-age. Average the last 30 seconds in a stage for the steady state heart rate is default.
Section 3: Operation of Your TriFIT 620 In this section • • • • • • • • • Recommendations for the operating staff Turning on the system power Windows desktop Shutting down the system Setting up for first time use Calibration Testing recommendations Staff training Transporting the system 24
Recommendations for Staff • It is recommended that ALL OPERATORS have a basic understanding of Windows operating system. If not, it is recommended that the primary operator take a course in the basic operation of Windows. • Polar/HealthFirst Corporation recommends that ALL OPERATORS complete the entire TriFIT 4.0 tutorial and Video Training. The tutorials can be accessed from the icons that are installed on the desktop of the TriFIT computer.
Calibration There are 3 components to calibrate on the Standard TriFIT 700 system: • • • Load Platform (which calibrates both scale and strength test) Skinfold caliper Sit & Reach The Monark 828 Bike is an optional upgrade that may need to be calibrated. It will be covered at the end of this section. *Pressing F1 at any time while in the TriFIT software will activate the on-line help.
Platform Calibration 1. Select “Defaults” from the Main Menu 2. Select “Calibration” 3. Select Load Platform click Calibrate Click Calibrate 4.
5. Have someone step on the scale that knows their exact weight. (For instance, have someone who weighs between 150 lbs. and 190 lbs. * weigh themselves on a known good scale. Use them and their recorded weight as the ‘Known weight’ for calibrating the Healthfirst scale.) 6. The correct calibration constant is between 0.40 and 2.0. Select another item to calibrate or click the close button.
Skinfold Calipers 1. Select Skinfold Caliper 2. Make sure the caliper jaws are closed and click next. (An upgraded Lange caliper is shown in the calibration wizard) 3. Put the calibration dowel in the jaws of the calipers lengthwise. The length of the calibration dowel is 25.4mm. Type this value in the box and click Next> Calibration dowel lengthwise (25.
4. The correct calibration constant is between 14.00 and 17.00 for the Skyndex and between 18.00 and 22.00 for the Lange calipers. MORE INFORMATION: For more information on how to properly perform an accurate skinfold measurement, see the “Taking Accurate Skinfolds” Tutorial.
Range of Motion 1. Select Sit & Reach Click Calibrate. The portable Sit & Reach station calibrates the exact same as the 700 system. 2. Pull the handle slowly out to the foot plate and click the Next> button. 3. Pull the handle out exactly 12” (30cm if using metric units) PAST the footplate*, then click Next>. The correct calibration constant is between 0.35 and 0.75. 12” * You must have a 12” ruler when performing this calibration.
Monark 828 Bike Once the bike is assembled, there are 2 adjustments that need to be made to insure accuracy of a sub-max bike ergometer assessment. 1. Zero Adjustment of the Pendulum Scale 2. Calibration of Pendulum Scale Zero Adjustment of the Pendulum Scale 1. Remove the transport tape from the pendulum. Loosen the tension device so the brake belt feels loose. Check that the pendulum is hanging in a vertical position.
Calibration of Pendulum Scale 1. Loosen the tension device so the brake belt feels loose. 2. Make sure the “0” on the pendulum scale lines up with the notch in the Pendulum. (see previous page) 3. Detach the front screw in the frame covers. 4. Fasten a 4KG weight at the balancing spring. A 10 lb.weight plate is 4.5KGand this can be used if a 4KG weight is not available. NOTE: The weight should not be less than 3KG. Take the left cover a little to the side so the weight cord hangs between the covers. 5.
Section 4: Training & Registration In this section • • • Testing Recommendations Training Recommendations Registration 34
Testing Recommendations When exercise testing a client or student you must consider the testing battery order. For example: if a cardiovascular test is given first, then a blood pressure measurement is taken, the blood pressure measurement will be affected by the cardiovascular test. The following is the recommended testing order: • • • • • • • • • • • • Enter client data: ID #, Name, age, address, and User field information.
Step By Step Training for the TriFIT 620 The following training steps are mandatory before testing any clients, students or patients. The operator should have a thorough understanding of the function of the system before exercise testing. Any new TriFIT operators should follow the procedures outlined below. On-Screen Tutorial and Video Training For on-screen training of the TriFIT system, simply open the TriFIT Tutorials on the desktop of your computer.
On-Site Training Training at your facility is available by a Polar/HealthFirst trainer. For more information on training programs at your facility, call Polar/HealthFirst at 800-841-8333 or visit the website at www.polarusa.com. EDUCATION TRAINING K-12, College, University As the Director of Customer Education Services for the Polar / HealthFirst Corporation, I am pleased to announce the availability of a comprehensive professional development training program utilizing instructional technology.
Section 5: Support In this section • • • • • Troubleshooting Technical Support Returns Warranty Software license agreement 38
Troubleshooting If an error message appears on the screen during normal operation, print the error and fax to Polar/HealthFirst Corporation Technical Support at 505/344-1200. To print a fax technical request form from TriFIT, go to Help and Technical Support. Complete the form and click print. You can then fax this form for quicker response to your question. On-Line Peripherals PLATFORM Platform is giving low or high readings 1.
SIT & REACH (Range of Motion) Range of Motion handle is not retracting 1. If the ROM handle is not retracting, the internal mechanism needs to be repaired by Polar/HealthFirst service personnel. 2. Remove the ROM unit from the Sit & Reach station using a 5/32” Allen wrench provided with your system. 3. Remove the only the 2 silver colored upper screws, DO NOT remove the smaller lower black colored screws. 4. Unplug the ROM cable from the TriFIT 700iu box. 5. Remove the ROM unit. 6.
Technical Support During the first year after delivery, you are entitled to physiology and software technical support. After the first year, you can purchase the Priority Plan, entitling you to unlimited tech support and any software updates that become available. After the first year of free technical support, non-Priority Plan members will be charged $40.00 per incident plus hardware or software costs.
Return Authorization Before sending any parts back to Polar/HealthFirst Corporation for return, repair or warranty, you must arrange for Return of Materials Authorization. Credit card information or Purchase Order with a completed Polar credit application must accompany the part(s) being returned. • • • • • Call 505-344-9679, to obtain a Polar Return for Repair Form. You will be issued an RMA number. Write this number on the address label next to your return address.
Polar/HealthFirst Corporation Warranty Warranty Polar/HealthFirst Corporation, warrants its equipment for one year from the date of shipment. This warranty is limited and is in lieu of all other warrants expressed or implied. Within the warranty period, Polar/HealthFirst Corporation will repair or replace, without charge, any parts, which become defective due to material or workmanship.
License Agreement Important By using this software you accept the following terms of this License Agreement. If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use the software and promptly return it for a refund. Ownership Polar/HealthFirst Corporation retains the ownership of this copy of the enclosed software package. It is licensed to you for use under the following conditions.
Limited Warranty (software) If you discover physical defects in the media, Polar/HealthFirst Corporation will replace the media or documentation at no charge to you, provided you return the item to be replaced with proof of payment to Polar/HealthFirst Corporation during the 90-day period after having taken delivery of the software.
