HELIX HLT3500 - User Manual

Engineering Mode on Helix HLT2500 and HLT3500 Consoles
Engineering mode on HLT2500 and HLT3500 consoles allows you to view total time, view total distance,
choose miles or kilometers as the distance unit, and change language settings. It also allows use of the
same console on both single-drive (HLT2500 and most HLT3000) and double-drive (HLT3500 and some
HLT3000) products.
To View Total Time or Distance, Or to Change Operating Modes or Language Settings
1. When the console is not lit, start exercising on the product. As soon as the unit powers up,
simultaneously press and hold “QUICK START” and “CLEAR” keys for three seconds.
2. The software version will appear, for example, “HELIX VER-13.” Press the “ENTER” key to view
other settings.
3. “FINISH 20151223” (with different numbers at the end) will appear. Press the “ENTER” key to
view other settings.
4. “PRODUCT BIKE” will appear. Press the “ENTER” key to view other settings.
5. “1 TRANSMISSION 1” or “2 TRANSMISSION 2” will appear. If you do not want to change the
transmission setting, press the “ENTER” key to view other settings. If you do want to change the
transmission setting, press the “UP” or “DOWN” key until the transmission type of this product
appears, then press the “ENTER” key. For more information, please see Note about
Transmission Type below.
6. “ENGLISH” or “METRIC” will appear. If you do not want to change the unit of measure, press the
“ENTER” key to view other settings. If you do want to change the unit of measure, press the
“UP” or “DOWN” key until your preference appears. Then press the “ENTER” key to view other
settings.
7. Total time in use will appear, for example, “000257H 02.38,” indicating 257 hours, 2 minutes,
and 38 seconds of use. Press the “ENTER” key to view other settings.
8. Total distance of use will appear, for example, “DIST 00016847 ML,” indicating 16847 miles of
use. Press the “ENTER” key to view other settings.
9. “PWM OUTPUT 0” will appear. Do not press the “UP” or “DOWN” key to change the setting.
Press the “ENTER” key to view other settings.
10. “OFF BATTERY” will appear. Press the “ENTER” key to exit engineering mode and enter normal
operation mode.
Note about Transmission Types
• HLT2500 and most HLT3000 products use the single-drive transmission system, denoted as
transmission 1. Single-drive products have one drive belt.
• HLT3500 and some HLT3000 use the double-drive transmission system, denoted as transmission
2. That means they have a jackshaft and two drive belts, one belt to the generator, the other to
the big gear pulley.

Summary

Engineering Mode Overview

Accessing Engineering Mode and Settings

Steps to enter engineering mode, view total time, total distance, and change units or transmission.

Transmission Type Explanation

Details single-drive (1) and double-drive (2) transmission systems used in consoles.

Changing Language Settings

Language Selection Procedure

Step-by-step guide to select a preferred language from available options.

Console Notes and Limitations

Information on console version limitations and function availability for older models.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

This document describes the engineering mode functionality for Helix HLT2500 and HLT3500 consoles, which allows for viewing and adjusting various operational settings.

Function Description

Engineering mode provides access to advanced settings not available in normal operation. These settings include:

• Viewing Total Time and Distance: Users can see the cumulative hours, minutes, and seconds of use, as well as the total distance covered in miles or kilometers.
• Changing Distance Units: The console can be configured to display distance in either miles or kilometers.
• Adjusting Language Settings: The display language can be changed to suit user preference.
• Configuring Transmission Type: This allows the console to be used with both single-drive (Transmission 1) and double-drive (Transmission 2) products. This is crucial for compatibility across different Helix models, specifically HLT2500, HLT3000, and HLT3500.

Important Technical Specifications

• Console Compatibility: The engineering mode is available on Helix HLT2500 and HLT3500 consoles. Some HLT3000 consoles may also support these features, particularly if they are newer versions or have had their consoles replaced.
• Transmission Systems:
  • Transmission 1 (Single-Drive): Used by HLT2500 and most HLT3000 products. These systems have one drive belt.
  • Transmission 2 (Double-Drive): Used by HLT3500 and some HLT3000 products. These systems feature a jackshaft and two drive belts: one connecting to the generator and the other to the big gear pulley.
• Software Version Display: Upon entering engineering mode, the console displays its software version (e.g., "HELIX VER-13").
• Build Date Display: A build date (e.g., "FINISH 20151223") is also shown, which can be useful for identifying the console's manufacturing period.
• Unit of Measure: The console can display "ENGLISH" (miles) or "METRIC" (kilometers) for distance.
• Time Format: Total time is displayed in "HHHMM.SS" format (e.g., "000257H 02.38" for 257 hours, 2 minutes, 38 seconds).
• Distance Format: Total distance is displayed with a "DIST" prefix and the unit (e.g., "DIST 00016847 ML" for 16,847 miles).
• PWM Output: The console displays "PWM OUTPUT 0" in engineering mode, but this setting should not be changed by the user.
• Battery Status: "OFF BATTERY" is displayed when exiting engineering mode.

Usage Features

To View Total Time or Distance, or to Change Operating Modes or Language Settings (General Engineering Mode Entry):

1. Initiation: Start exercising on the product when the console is unlit.
2. Entry Sequence: Simultaneously press and hold the "QUICK START" and "CLEAR" keys for three seconds as the unit powers up.
3. Navigation:
   • The software version (e.g., "HELIX VER-13") will appear. Press "ENTER."
   • The build date (e.g., "FINISH 20151223") will appear. Press "ENTER."
   • "PRODUCT BIKE" will appear. Press "ENTER."
   • Transmission Setting: "1 TRANSMISSION 1" or "2 TRANSMISSION 2" will appear. To change, use "UP" or "DOWN" to select the correct transmission type for the product, then press "ENTER." If no change is needed, just press "ENTER."
   • Unit of Measure: "ENGLISH" or "METRIC" will appear. To change, use "UP" or "DOWN" to select the preferred unit, then press "ENTER." If no change is needed, just press "ENTER."
   • Total Time: The total time in use (e.g., "000257H 02.38") will appear. Press "ENTER."
   • Total Distance: The total distance of use (e.g., "DIST 00016847 ML") will appear. Press "ENTER."
   • "PWM OUTPUT 0" will appear. Do not change this setting; press "ENTER."
4. Exit: "OFF BATTERY" will appear. Press "ENTER" to exit engineering mode and return to normal operation.

To Change Language Settings (Specific Language Mode Entry):

1. Initiation: Start exercising on the product when the console is unlit.
2. Entry Sequence: Simultaneously press and hold the "QUICK START" and "CLEAR" keys for three seconds as the unit powers up.
3. Language Mode Entry: Simultaneously press and hold the "QUICK START" and "UP" keys.
4. Selection: Use the "UP" or "DOWN" key to cycle through language options.
5. Confirmation: Once the desired language appears, press and hold the "ENTER" key to select it.
6. Save: "SAVE OK" will appear. Press "ENTER."
7. Resume Normal Use: Stop exercising and let the console lights extinguish. Then, start exercising again.
8. Troubleshooting (if still in language selection mode): Remove batteries from the back of the display console, wait for lights to extinguish, then reinsert batteries and resume normal use.

Maintenance Features

• Console Compatibility Note: HLT2500 and HLT3500 consoles manufactured before May 2016 may not offer all the functions described in this document. HLT3000 consoles will only have these functions if they have been updated with a newer console version. This information is important for troubleshooting and determining if a console supports specific features.
• Transmission Type Configuration: Correctly setting the transmission type (1 or 2) ensures the console accurately reflects the product's resistance and performance, which is crucial for proper operation and user experience. This setting is a key maintenance or setup step when installing a new console or moving it between different Helix models.
• Battery Removal for Reset: The ability to remove batteries to exit language selection mode provides a simple reset mechanism for specific console states.

HELIX HLT3500 Specifications