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At Schwinn®, we’re committed to designing bikes that deliver both an authentic experience to riders and lasting value to gym and studio owners. It’s a dedication that drove us to developing the most feature-rich console in the industry today.
With measurement being an added tool continually gaining momentum in cycling rooms, our Echelon2 Console with Resistance Power gives motivating rider feedback which changes the way members ride and how classes are coached, ultimately enhancing the member experience. The Echelon2 Console is our smartest design yet – and an even smarter choice for your gym.
The Echelon 2 Power Upgrade is an evolution for the Echelon 2. This is an upgrade to the Echelon 2 console for the Schwinn AC range of indoor cycles and allows for Power (Watts) to be monitored and displayed on the Echelon2 Console.
This product includes the following items:
- Schwinn Echelon 2 Console
- Power Upgrade Kit
Echelon 2 Console Features
The console, combined with the Watts Upgrade, offers a number of enhancements, making it a valuable and reliable tool in all types of cycling facilities:
- Displays: Power, RPM, Calories, Gear, Heart Rate, Time, Distance, AVG/MAX Power.
- Data Capture – Two ways to record workout data: USB Memory Stick and ANT+ Wireless Devices.
- Stage & Totals – Stage measurements can be reset during a ride, making it easy to track multiple in-class segments for time, distance and AVG/MAX. Totals track the same measurements for the course of the entire ride.
- Serviceability – A plug-and-play design allows for simplified installation, and the batteries are housed in a single location.
Other Features:
- Compatible with all Schwinn® A.C.™ Series Bikes
- Large, easy-to-read display with all measures on one screen
- Multiple options for tracking rider workouts, including wireless ANT+ and USB
- Dedicated ON/OFF button for preserving battery life
Echelon 2 Console Specifications
- Console dimensions: 18cm x 7.7cm x 4.8cm
- Display dimensions: 4.5cm x 9.4cm
- Display: LCD with button-activated backlight
- Power: 2 C-batteries
- Measurements displayed: RPM (Cadence), HEART RATE, STAGE Time and TOTAL Time
- Compatibility: Compatible with the Schwinn® A.C.™ Series bikes
Schwinn Echelon 2 Power Upgrade
The Power Upgrade Kit for Echelon2 gives motivating rider feedback which changes the way members ride and how classes are coached, ultimately enhancing the member experience. The console, combined with the Power Upgrade, offers a number of enhancements, making it a valuable and reliable tool in all types of cycling facilities.
Schwinn Echelon 2 Power Upgrade Features:
- Compatible with all Schwinn® A.C.™ Series Bikes
- Measurements displayed with the power upgrade: POWER (Watts), RPM (Cadence), KCal (Calories), Heart Rate (with Strap) STAGE Time, Distance, and Power, and TOTAL Time, Distance and Power
Schwinn Echelon 2 Power Upgrade Specifications:
- Power Upgrade dimensions: 13.3cm x 4.4cm x 2.9cm
- Power Supply: 1 AA Battery
- Display: LCD with button-activated backlight
- Measurements displayed with Power Upgrade: POWER (Watts), RPM (Cadence), KCal (Calories), Heart Rate (with Strap) STAGE Time, Distance, and Power, and TOTAL Time, Distance and Power
- Compatibility: Compatible with the Echelon 2 Console for Schwinn® A.C.™ Series bikes (console sold separately)
Schwinn Echelon 2 Console Power Upgrade Installation Guide
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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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How does the Stage timer on Echelon2 work?
On the Echelon2, we changed the function of the Stage timer so that when stopping a stage, the data is frozen on the screen for the rider to see before starting another stage. To clear the data and begin a new stage, the rider simply needs to tap the STAGE button a second time.
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Why am I not able turn on the Echelon2 console by pressing any button like I was able to on the Echelon?
On the Echelon2, we created a dedicated ON/OFF button at the top of the console. The console can be powered on or off using this button only.
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How are gears calculated on Echelon2?
Gears are an indicator of the level of resistance and are calculated from the angle of the resistance mechanism. On the Echelon2 we tightened up the range of gears so that there would not be large changes of resistance between gears. The Echelon console has 19 gears. The Echelon2 has 36 gears.
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Why is distance still used on the Echelon2 when speed is not and how is distance calculated?
Our education team feels that distance is a parameter that many of their riders like to see compared to speed, and that keeping distance is very important as it gives riders a benchmark to reach, especially when doing stages. Distance is calculated using an algorithm that is based upon power and simulates the distance one would travel on flat ground. With the Echelon2, riders can set distance goals for themselves for the ride or for stages, and use average power as a guide to help them be sure they will meet their goals.
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Why is speed no longer displayed on the Echelon2 console?
On a stationary indoor cycling bike speed is a largely estimated number that provides little value given that the bike is not moving. Speed on an indoor bike is synonymous with power. Our Page | 3 education and development team feel that power is a more important training parameter with an indoor bike, so we added average and maximum power displays to the Stage and Total timers and eliminated speed in order to simplify the display and not have excess data points.
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Is the Echelon2 power display limited to 999 watts like the Echelon?
No. Echelon2 is now capable of displaying four digits for power, and so riders can now exceed 1000 watts.
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I see that the term “WATTS” was replaced by the term “POWER.” How does power differ from watts?
Power is the correct term for the parameter while watts is the unit of measure of power. The power is still measured in watts; however, we changed the term to power since it is more meaningful to most people.
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The amount of calories that the console shows for my ride are lower than the amount of calories that my heart rate monitor says I burned. How are calories calculated on the Echelon2 and why are they lower than what my heart rate monitor says?
Calories on the Echelon2 are calculated directly from the power, and are a true measure of the amount of energy expended by turning the pedals. The Echelon2 calories do not take into account any biological factors such as age, weight, and gender. The Echelon2 calories also do not take into account calories burned due to a person’s normal metabolic rate. Heart rate monitors use heart rate, age, gender, and weight to estimate how many calories a person burns. The heart rate monitor not only accounts for work done on the bike, but also resting metabolic rate while doing the work. So the heart rate monitor calories will likely always be higher than the calories calculated by the Echelon2. The amount of difference between the two will depend on physical fitness level and biological factors of individual riders.
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How does the Echelon2 measure power and how does that method of measurement differ from how other group cycling bikes measure power?
The Echelon2 uses a simple and robust position sensor to measure the angle of the resistance mechanism. The console then uses an algorithm to calculate the power based on the angle of the resistance mechanism. The algorithm was developed using a laboratory dynamometer to validate the accuracy of the power algorithm, achieving a level of accuracy that is comparable to other group cycling power meters. Some other brands of group cycling bikes use strain gauges to measure torque or load. Strain gauges do not directly measure power either; they measure the strain of a particular component. They then provide electrical signals that must then be run through an algorithm, as is done with the Echelon2, to calculate power. All power meters, regardless of how they provide data, must be validated for accuracy. The Echelon2 power upgrade kit is the only power measurement device that can be bolted on by the user and does not require factory installation. In addition the sensor used in the Echelon2 is far less costly than strain gauge sensors, yet provides comparable accuracy.
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The Echelon2 console seems to report higher or lower power (watts) than the Echelon. Is the Echelon2 less accurate than the Echelon?
The Echelon2 has been designed, tested, and validated to be more accurate than the Echelon. In some cases, the Echelon2 may report lower power (watts) than the Echelon due to improved accuracy. If riders are used to higher numbers and want to see higher numbers, then the PWR ADJUST feature in the service menu can be used to adjust the power display to be higher (or lower if desired). The PWR ADJUST feature allows you to adjust the power up or down between -99% and +99% to change the level of power that is displayed for a given level of resistance... Refer to the Installation Guide included on the CD that came with your console kit on how to adjust the power level.
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How is the new Schwinn Echelon2 console and power upgrade different from the Echelon?
The new Echelon2 is an evolution of the Echelon. We’ve kept the basic look of the console the same but changed the outer case to black to distinguish it from the Echelon. Below is a list of new or changed features:
• The power sensor has been replaced with a new sensor that is more stable and more accurate than the previous power sensor, and consumes less energy. The new power sensor uses an all new algorithm that provides more accurate and consistent power readings
• The new power sensor has been simplified by removing the power sensor firmware. Now only the console contains the firmware that drives the whole system, and firmware updates for the entire system can easily be done through the USB drive
• There is now a dedicated ON/OFF button at the top
• The END button has been replaced by the AVG/MAX button
• The term WATTS has been changed to POWER, though the units of power are still measured in watts
• The speed display has been removed, and the heart rate, calories, and optional gear display have been moved up to the third line
• There are now AVG and MAX power displays in the STAGE and TOTAL ride timers so that riders can see their total ride average power at all times, and they can now see their stage average power
• The function of the STAGE button has changed so that one press starts a stage, a second press ends the stage and freezes the data, and a third press clears the stage and begins a new stage
• When a rider stops pedaling and the console enters Pause mode, the timers now will continue running for as long as the console is in Pause mode; however, the console will not continue counting average power until the rider begins pedaling again
• The console connector has been redesigned and now has a protective cap that prevents the connector from accidentally being unplugged
• The data file that can be uploaded to a USB drive displays summary data for the entire ride and for each stage, as well as total ride data
• Improved battery life
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- Boxing bags - boxing bags are made to order and filled prior to dispatch. Due to the additional time required to fill bags, there may be a backlog of orders being processed. Consequently, delays in dispatch may occur during peak times (eg. Black Friday, pre-Christmas)
- Heavy items - Bulky items and large orders are required to ship on pallets and often require additional packing prior to dispatch.
Shipping Timeframes
Shipping time frame will vary depending on your location and the items you have ordered, but a general range is 1-7 business days from dispatch. Capital city metro areas can generally expect shipping times between 1-3 business days. Inner regional metro areas can expect shipping times between 3-5 business days. Shipping to outer regional areas can expect shipping times between 5-14 business days.
Free Shipping
Our Free Shipping policy applies to most orders over $100 however charges will apply if shipping to more remote locations or if delivery requires a greater level of involvement by the courier eg. provision of a tailgate truck. If your order meets these criteria, we guarantee Free Shipping direct to your door with our "Leave Safe Home Delivery" option.
All deliveries are to curbside only eg. garage or front door. Due to courier regulations and rules, delivery operators are not allowed to transport items beyond the front door.
If you require assistance in transporting your product into the house, upstairs or similar, please contact us prior to delivery and we will happily arrange for assistance from our national network of third party specialist handymen. All handymen are vetted by us to ensure only the highest level of customer service and professionalism is provided.
A number of our products are heavy and bulky items, and as such there are some restrictions to our Free Shipping policy. For items over 40kg, these restrictions are as follows:
- - Items over 40kg are shipped on pallets and therefore come under additional courier restrictions. Consequently, we are only able to provide Free Shipping of palletised orders to commercial addresses or to the nearest depot.
- - Delivery of palletised orders to residential addresses are subject to an additional service fee from our couriers for the provision of heavy duty tail-gate trucks and associated extra labour.
HEAVY AND BULKY ITEMS (PALLETISED)
The receiver will be contacted prior to delivery to arrange a suitable delivery date and time. Deliveries are scheduled for either an AM or PM slot on any given day.
This service utilizes power tailgates with two-man crews or crane trucks when required and this is included in the quoted price. All goods in excess of 40kg in weight are palletised.
Delivery is to front car port, driveway, doorstep or wherever practical depending upon site access. Drivers are not permitted to move item(s) within the residence or around the property due to OHS reasons. Please contact us at the time of your order to arrange for our in-home set-up and installation service.
This service assumes reasonable and safe access to the site is available. Overhanging trees, steep driveways, unsealed driveways, narrow driveways or streets or an unforeseen obstruction may deem the delivery unavailable.If your delivery address is a regional postcode, please contact us to see whether the Residential Delivery option and/or our in-home installation service is available in your area. If the Residential delivery option is unavailable, we will ship to the nearest depot or alternative commercial address.
"LEAVE SAFE" HOME DELIVERY
This service is available Australia wide for consignments containing individual item(s) less than 40kg in dead weight.
In utilizing this service the sender is acknowledging the carriers right to leave the goods at the recipients site without obtaining a POD signature. Where the item is left will be at the discretion of the driver. If the receiver happens to be home a signature may be obtained by the driver.
For Leave Safe Home Deliveries, you cannot request the driver to ring customer prior to delivery. They simply will not call your customer because in booking this job, you are authorizing the driver to leave the goods in a safe area if your customer is not at home. If you would like us to call your customer prior to delivery, you will need to book a standard home delivery.
Freight Warranty: For those customers with freight warranty, your freight is still covered whilst in transit for loss or damage. If your consignment is lost or damaged after confirmation of leave safe ("Driver POD" or system "Delivered" status) then your freight warranty coverage is void.
OTHER DELIVERY TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Freight costs vary for each buyer depending on their post code/location.
- Deliveries cannot be sent to a post office box as we do not use Australia post.
- Couriers can only deliver Mondays to Fridays, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm only. Delivery windows are for AM or PM delivery.
- We are unable to take requests for deliveries on specific days or specific times of the day. Delivery timing is at the sole discretion of the courier and can be subject to many factors making such requests impossible to meet.
- Delivery charges are quoted as “curbside delivery” which means as close to your premises as practical for a truck and to the ground floor.
- Larger items and pallets must have someone home to help unload. Due to WH&S regulations, courier drivers cannot be forced into lifting items over 20kg. If you require assistance in this regard, please contact us to arrange for a specialist handyman to transport your product into your desired location. We also offer our in-home installation service.
It is your responsibility to advise us:
- If someone will be available to sign for delivery.
- If there somewhere safe it can be left if no one is home (e.g. around the back of the house)
- If the address is a business address. If so we will require the information regarding the business hours and the name of the building.
- If you say you will be home and miss the delivery, you will be required to pick up your delivery from the freight companies depot. Alternatively, we can arrange a re-delivery however this will incur a charge depending on the size of your order.
- We cannot advise you the exact day and time delivery will occur however, we will email you the tracking details and the freight company contact details and they can provide you a better estimation of the time.
- If you request that the freight company leave a card and return your order to depot in the instance that you are not home, you will be charged a fee if you request re-delivery.
