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Exer 3/6 Treadmill,
Treadmill Controller
and Treadmill Software
Instruction Manual
0257-904L, 06/24/2016
Copyright Columbus Instruments 2016
Columbus Instruments
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Columbus Instruments Exer 3/6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Running Surface18 x 48 in (46 x 122 cm)
Speed0.5 - 15 mph (0.8 - 24 kmph)
Elevation0 - 25%
User Weight Capacity400 lbs (181 kg)
Speed Range0.5 - 15 mph (0.8 - 24 kmph)
Incline Range0 - 25%
Belt Size18 x 48 in (46 x 122 cm)
ControlComputer Interface
Data OutputRS232
Shock GridOptional
Stimulus GridOptional

Summary

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION

1.0 System Overview

Provides an overview of the Exer 3/6 Treadmill's design, capabilities, and components.

SECTION 2 COMPUTER SETUP

2.0 Treadmill Software Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the Treadmill Software from CD-ROM.

2.1 CI-Bus Hub Driver Installation

Instructions for manually installing the CI-Bus Hub USB communication drivers.

SECTION 3 HARDWARE SETUP

3.1 Assembling the Exer 3/6 Treadmill

Provides instructions for assembling the main treadmill unit.

3.2 Downhill Running Adapter

Instructions for assembling and attaching the Downhill Running Adapter.

3.3 Assembling the Air-Puff Stimulus

Details the items and steps for assembling the Air-Puff Stimulus system.

3.4 Connecting the Components

Guide for connecting the CI-Bus Hub, network cable, and treadmill controller.

SECTION 4 STAND-ALONE GENERAL EXERCISING WITHOUT THE PC

4.0 Stand-Alone Initialization

Procedure to initialize the controller for standalone operation, preventing unwanted startup.

4.1 User Menu Settings

Accessing and navigating the controller's user menu for settings and calibration.

4.2 Loading the Subjects

Steps for loading animals onto the treadmill and setting up shock stimulus.

SECTION 5 PERFORMING A PC-CONTROLLED EXPERIMENT

5.0 Treadmill Controller Setup

Procedure to set up the Treadmill Controller for PC-controlled experiments.

5.1 Treadmill Shock Detection Setup

Instructions for setting up the Treadmill Shock Detection unit.

5.2 Incline Controller Setup

Guide for setting up the Incline Controller for operation.

5.3 Treadmill Software Initialization

Steps to launch and initialize the Treadmill Software on the host computer.

5.4 Manual Experiment

Guide to setting up and running a single-speed or acceleration experiment.

5.4.3 Start Manual Experiment

Procedure to start a manual experiment and load animals.

5.5 Profile Mode Experiment

Overview of running experiments with dynamic speed, acceleration, and incline profiles.

5.5.1 Creating a Profile

Steps to define experiment periods with speed, duration, incline, and shock.

5.5.2 Start Profile Mode Experiment

Procedure to start a profile mode experiment and load animals.

SECTION 6 TREADMILL USER MENU

6.6 AutoCal Speed

Performs automatic belt speed and odometer distance calibration.

SECTION 4 SOFTWARE SETUP

4.1 Treadmill Software Initialization

Starts and initializes the Treadmill Software, scanning for devices.

SECTION 5 TROUBLESHOOTING

5.1 Hardware

Tips for identifying and resolving hardware-related issues.