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Brand VDO
Model Z3 PC-Link
Product Type Cycling Computer
Dimensions 70 x 50 x 25 mm
Weight 50 g
Power Source CR2032 battery
Display LCD, multi-line
Speed Measurement Current, average, maximum
Distance Measurement Trip and total distance
Time Functions Clock, ride time, stopwatch
PC Connectivity USB PC-Link for data transfer
Water Resistance IPX4 splash proof
Mounting Handlebar bracket included
Sensor Type Wireless (speed and cadence optional)
Memory Stores up to 10 rides
Battery Life Approximately 1 year
Maintenance Clean with dry cloth; replace battery when low
Safety Do not expose to extreme temperatures; avoid impact
Spare Parts Battery cover, mounting bracket, sensor
Repairability Battery user-replaceable; other repairs by service center
Warranty 2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - Z3 PC-Link VDO

How do I install the VDO Z3 PC-Link on my bike?
Mount the handlebar bracket, attach the computer, and install the speed sensor on the front wheel. Follow the manual for pairing.
How do I replace the battery?
Use a CR2032 coin cell. Open the battery cover on the back, replace the battery with the positive side up, and close the cover.
How can I connect the computer to my PC?
Use the USB PC-Link cable (sold separately). Connect to the computer and use compatible software to download ride data.
What data does the Z3 PC-Link record?
It records speed, distance, ride time, average speed, maximum speed, and total odometer. It can also display current time.
Is the device waterproof?
It has IPX4 splash resistance, meaning it can withstand rain and splashes but should not be submerged.
How do I reset the trip distance?
Press and hold the reset button on the computer for 3 seconds until the trip distance zeroes.
My computer shows no display. What should I do?
Check if the battery is installed correctly and has sufficient charge. Replace the battery if necessary.
Can I use the Z3 PC-Link with a cadence sensor?
Yes, it can be paired with an optional wireless cadence sensor for pedaling data.
How many rides can the memory store?
It can store up to 10 individual ride logs before requiring a PC upload to clear space.
What software is compatible for data analysis?
Use VDO's proprietary software or third-party apps that support the PC-Link protocol, such as VDO Trainer software.

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USER MANUAL Z3 PC-Link VDO

VDO SERIES-Z

FOR CYCLING

73 PC-LINK

INSTRUCTION MANUAL / BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG / MANUEL D'INSTALLATION ET D'UTILISATION / HANDLEIDING / MANUALE D'INSTALLAZIONE E FUNZIONAMENTO INSTRUKCJA OBSLUGI LICZNIKA / INSTALACION Y OPERACIÓN MANUAL

My Settings

VDO Z3 PC-Link - My Settings - 1

AGE:WEIGHT:MAX HEARTRATE:
LIMIT 1: LOW: HIGH:
LIMIT 2: LOW: HIGH:
LIMIT 3: LOW: HIGH:
RECOVERY PULSE: RECOVERY TIME:
BIKE 1 WEIGHT:BIKE 2 WEIGHT:
BIKE 1 WHEELSIZE:BIKE 2 WHEELSIZE:
BIKE 1 SERVICE INTERVAL:BIKE 2 SERVICE INTERVAL:
HOME ALTITUDE:
FURTHER SETTINGS:

Picturebook

P01

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 1

natural_image Line drawings of various smartwatch components including case, head, and display (no text or symbols)

ONLY FOR MODELS

Z2 PC-LINK / Z3 PC-LINK

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 2

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 3

natural_image Line drawing of a medical device with a clamped band and connector (no text or symbols)

* Watch out: old batteries require special disposal B Please read instructions for end-off-life disposal treatment

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 4

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 5

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 6

OPEN CLOSE OPEN CLOSE !

OPEN CLOSE !

Picturebook

P03

ONLY FOR

MODELS

Z2/Z2 PC-LINK

Z3/Z3 PC-LINK

OPEN CLOSE

Picturebook

P04/05

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly steps with 90° rotation indicator and component placement

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 2

flowchart
graph TD
    A["Device Lock"] -->|1. LOCK| B["Device Unlock"]
    B -->|2. CLICK| C["Device Unlock"]
    C -->|2. UNLOCK| D["Device Unlock"]

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 3

Picturebook

P08

ONLY FOR

MODELS

Z2/Z2 PC-LINK

Z3/Z3 PC-LINK

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 1

natural_image Line drawings of a hand gripping a car seatbelt, showing three different designs (no text or symbols)

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 2

natural_image Line drawing of a human torso with a bandage and belt, no text or symbols present

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 3

natural_image Line drawing of a human torso with a bandage on the chest (no text or symbols)

Picturebook

P09 P09-2

CLOSE OPEN

VDO Z3 PC-Link - Picturebook - 2

natural_image Line drawing of hands using a tool to adjust or install a mechanical component (no text or symbols present)

1x WS in mm / inch

Tire sizeWS in mm KMHWS in inch MPH
47-30516x1,75127250,1
47-40620x1,75159062,6
34-54024x13/81948
47-50724x1,75190775,1
23-57126x1197377,7
40-55926x1,5202679,8
47-55926x1,6205180,7
47-55926x1,75205580,9
50-55926x1,9206081,1
n/a 26 x 1,9520x0 81,5
54-55926x2,00207581,7
n/a 26 x 2,12060 81,9
57-55926x2,125213384,0
37-59026x13/82105
Tire sizeWS in mm KMHWS in inch MPH
20-57126x3/4195476,9
32-63027x11/42199
312-62228x1,5222487,6
47-62228x1,75226888,3
40-63528x11/22265
37-62228x13/92205
18-622700x18C210282,8
20-622700x20C211483,2
23-622700x23C213384,0
25-622700x75C214684,5
28-622700x28C214984,6
32-622700x32C217485,6
37-622700x37C220586,8
310-622700x10C222487,6

86,6 80,2 86,8

Picturebook

P11

ONLY FOR

MODELS

Z2 PC-LINK

Z3 PC-LINK

MODELS Z2 PC-LINK Z3 PC-LINK

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Congratulations

With your selection of a VDO Z3 PC-Link you have opted for high-quality sports information computer. In order to fully benefit from the potential of the computer, we recommend that you carefully read this manual. It contains all operating instructions and many useful tips.

We extend our best wishes for enjoyment and satisfaction when riding with your VDO computer.

VDO Cyclecomputing Cycle Parts GmbH

Package contents >>> P01

First, please ensure that the contents of this package are complete:

1 VDO computer Z3PC-Link
1 VDO speed transmitter
1 VDO pulse-chest belt incl. elastic strap, incl. battery
1 battery for computer, 3 V type 2032
1 handlebar holder
1 wrist band holder
1 lock for the wrist band holder
1 spoke magnet
1 docking station with USB cable for data transfer to the PC
1 CD-ROM with analysis software for the PC
8 cable ties

Optional extension set:

VDO cadence transmitter

P..

Reference to the appropriate pages in the picture book. This is where the content is again presented in picture form, e.g.:

P01 -P01 page 1 in the picture book

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENT

1.1. GENERAL
1.2. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DIGITAL WIRELESS SYSTEM
1.3. Control system - operation
1.3.1. Operating mode
1.3.2. Setting mode
1.4. The display
1.5. Extension options & accessories

2. INSTALLATION

2.1. Battery installation
2.1.1. Battery installation - computer and speed/cadence transmitter
2.1.2. Battery installation pulse-chest belt.
2.2. Installation - holder/computer/transmitter/magnet
2.3. Putting on the pulse-chest belt
2.4. Mounting the computer on the wrist band

3.1. Initial operation, AC-button
3.2. Language selection
3.3. Manual pairing - INITIAL operation wireless system
3.3.1. Initial operation - pulse transmitter
3.3.2. Initial operation - speed transmitter
3.3.3. Initial operation - cadence transmitter

4. GENERAL SETTINGS

4.1. Setting the language
4.2. Setting time & date
4.3. Setting the alarm, alarm clock

5. BICYCLE FUNCTION SETTINGS

5.1. Measuring and setting wheel size/s
5.2. Changing wheel size
5.3. Setting total kilometers
5.4. Bike check / service interval

6. PERSONAL SETTINGS IMPORTANT NOTE

The personal settings are prerequisite for calculating maximum pulse, training zones, and calorie consumption.

Ensure that you make the personal settings first so that you can fully utilize the possibilities offered by the computer.

6.1. Personal settings with manual max. pulse entry
6.2. Personal settings with automatic max. pulse calculation

7.PULSE FUNCTION SETTINGS

7.1. Automatic calculation of pulse limit values
7.2. Manual entry of pulse limit values
7.3. Selecting the training range
7.4. Setting the recovery measurement (pulse or time)
7.5. Power calculation in watt

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8. ALTITUDE FUNCTION SETTINGS

8.1. Setting the home altitude (starting altitude)
8.2. Setting the actual altitude
8.3. Annual uphill altitude difference bike 1 and bike 2 and walk mode
8.4. Annual downhill altitude difference bike 1 and bike 2 and walk mode

9. RESET MODE

9.1. Resetting trip data
9.2. Reset total ride time
9.3. Resetting the total distance meter
9.4. Resetting the Navigator
9.5. Resetting to factory settings (AC button)

10. OPERATION MODE SELECTION

Selecting the operation mode: Bike mode or walk mode

11. OPERATION MODE

11.1. Function overview
11.2. Fast pairing after interruption > 15 minutes
11.3. GETTING STARTED
11.3.0. The permanent functions in the display
11.3.1. to 11.3.35. Quick overview - functions/operation/reset/max.values

12. RIDING WITH THE NAVIGATOR

12.1. Selecting Navigator mode
12.2. Resetting the Navigator at the orientation point

13. THE TIMING FUNCTIONS

13.1. Selecting the timing function
13.2. Setting the timer (when selecting timer 1 or timer 2 or timer 1 + 2)
13.3. Setting timer 1 + 2 repeats (when selecting timer 1 + 2)
13.4. Setting the countdown (when selecting countdown timer)
13.5. Lap timer
13.6. Stopwatch

14. TRAINING WITH THE PULSE FUNCTIONS

14.1. Training with the stopwatch
14.2. Training with timer 1 / timer 2 / timer 1+2
14.3. Training with the countdown timer
14.4. Training with the lap timer

15. THE DATA RECORDING FUNCTION & TRANSFER OF DATA TO THE PO

15.1. Starting/stopping data recording
15.2. Transferring data to your PC
15.3. Selection of the recording interval

16. SLEEP MODE

17. TROUBLESHOOTING

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18. GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

19. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.1.GENERAL

1.2 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DIGITAL WIRELESS SYSTEM

Your VDO series Z works entirely without cable; it works with triple digital wireless transmission based on well-established ANT+Sport® wireless protocol. The ANT+Sport® wireless protocol has already been successfully implemented by manufacturers such as Garmin, Specialized, and Suunto. Speed signals, cadence signals (optional), as well as heart rate data are transmitted to the respective receiver (computer) as digital and coded signals. Signal coding ensures that only the data of your own pulse, speed, and cadence (optional) transmitters are processed (this is advantageous when riding in a group).

The ANT+Sport digital technology is significantly more reliable than the technology of older analog systems. The ANT+Sport technology uses standard industrial wireless components, and it can best be compared to the technology used in modern WLAN networks. The connection between transmitter and receiver is more stable, and subject to significantly less frequent malfunction, and it is virtually completely safeguarded from data loss.

The speed transmitter has a memory component that buffers data every 65 sec. Thus no data is lost if there is a malfunction lasting for this duration. After the malfunction this data will be resent to the computer.

Subsequently the following data will be updated:

Daily distance

Ride time

Average speed

Navigator

Total distance

Total ride time

After a malfunction the data can change suddenly = updating the computer. Initial operation of a completely digital system requires somewhat more care than does initial operation of conventional analog systems. The first time batteries are inserted, or after a battery change, the transmitter automatically generates a new code. The computer has to learn this code. To do this you must execute a DIG CONNECT SET. Strictly follow the instructions in chapter 3.3 to do this.

ATTENTION: Your VDO computer is not suitable for use on motorcycles.

The control system of your computer is based on dual assignment of the 4 main buttons. In this regard the devices distinguishes between operation mode and setting mode.

EN

1.3.1. OPERATION MODE - use this mode to display all information Button assignment is shown on the housing.

VDO Z3 PC-Link - EN - 1

flowchart
graph TD
    A["OPERATION MODE"] --> B["1"]
    B --> C["2"]
    C --> D["CLOCK"]
    D --> E["TIMER"]
    D --> F["AVG PULSE"]
    D --> G["MAX PULSE"]
    D --> H["PULSE MAX%"]
    D --> I["LIMIT"]
    D --> J["TIME IN"]
    D --> K["TIME ABOVE"]
    D --> L["TIME BELOW"]
    D --> M["LAP REC"]
    D --> N["CALORIE"]
    D --> O["POWER WATT"]
    D --> P["RECOV TIME"]
    Q["ALTI UP"] --> R["* DIST UP"]
    R --> S["TRIP MAX"]
    S --> T["* AVG CLIMB"]
    T --> U["* MAX CLIMB"]
    U --> V["TOTAL UP (1 or 2)"]
    V --> W["ALTI MAX (1 or 2)"]
    W --> X["ALTI DOWN"]
    X --> Y["* DIST DOWN"]
    Y --> Z["* AVG DOWN"]
    Z --> AA["* MAX DOWN"]
    AA --> AB["TOTAL DOWN (1/2)"]
    AC["Displaying all altitude measuring functions"] --> AD["Displaying the bike functions 1"]
    AE["Displaying all pulse measurement functions and interval data stored"] --> AF["Manual start/stop of the stopwatch and of all other timers"]
    AG["Displaying the bike functions 2"] --> AH["Displaying the bike functions 2"]
    AI["* Not in walk mode !"] --> AJ["* Not in walk mode !"]

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1.3.2. SETTING MODE - use this mode to make all settings. The assignment of buttons is on the buttons

To go to setting mode: Press button ① for 3 seconds
VDO Z3 PC-Link - SETTING MODE - use this mode to make all settings. The assignment of buttons is on the buttons - 1

flowchart
graph TD
    A["C"] --> B["M"]
    B --> C["or"]
    C --> D["△"]
    style A fill:#00FF00,stroke:#000
    style B fill:#00FF00,stroke:#000
    style C fill:#FF0000,stroke:#000
    style D fill:#FF0000,stroke:#000

VDO Z3 PC-Link - SETTING MODE - use this mode to make all settings. The assignment of buttons is on the buttons - 2

flowchart
graph TD
    A["LANGUAGE SELECT"] --> B["NAVIGATOR SET"]
    B --> C["WHEELSIZE SET"]
    C --> D["WHEELSIZE CHANGE"]
    D --> E["CLOCK SET"]
    E --> F["ALARM SET"]
    F --> G["TIMER SETTINGS"]
    G --> H["ODOMETER SET"]
    H --> I["PULSE LIMIT SETTINGS"]
    I --> J["RECOVERY SET"]

VDO Z3 PC-Link - SETTING MODE - use this mode to make all settings. The assignment of buttons is on the buttons - 3

... Chap. 4.1. ... Chap. 12.1. ... Chap. 5.1. ... Chap. 5.2. ... Chap. 4.2. ... Chap. 4.3. ... Chap. 13.1. ... Chap. 5.3. ... Chap. 7.1. ... Chap. 7.4.

HOME ALTI SET ACTUAL ALTI SET ALTI UP SET ALTI DOWN SET PERSON DATA SET OP MODE SELECT BIKE CHECK SET POWER CALC SET DIG-CONNECT SET PC LINK SELECT

VDO Z3 PC-Link - SETTING MODE - use this mode to make all settings. The assignment of buttons is on the buttons - 6

C (Once) = last step, or back one menu level (Hold) = return to start menu

M Select/confim displayed option In the highest menu level select the next menu level Page down within the menu level

In SET mode (number flashes): Reduce number Page up within the menu level

In SET mode (number fl ashes): Increase number After subsequent confirmation of a setting the computer automatically returns to operation mode.

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1.4. THE DISPLAY

The display of your VDO computer is comprised of three large areas.

The following information is displayed in operation mode:

* If the computer is worn as a sport watch then the temperature can be falsified by body warmth.

Header - Actual altitude - Actual temperature - Actual ascending gradient/ descending gradient 3. Footer: DOT matrix full-text - display of the selected/displayed function - In setting mode menu prompting (chapter 5-11) provides informa- tion about what is shown in the display. 2487 27 123 344 TRIP 12406 MIDDLE BAR - Actual heart rate - Actual speed - Heart icon for signal reception of chest belt transmitter - Alarm icon when leaving the target heart rate range - Timing indicator for ongoing timing function - Indicator for set alarm/alarm clock - LAP recording indicator - Walk mode indicator - Selection indicator bike 1 / bike 2 - DATA Recording - icon for ongoing Data Recording - Arrow indicators for comparing the actual speed to the average speed - Service interval icon indicates that bike is due for service

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1.5. EXTENSION OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

Extension option: You have the possibility of extending your computer with the cadence extension set

In this case the following cadence functions are available to you:

Actual cadence

Average cadence

Maximum cadence

VDO Z3 PC-Link - EXTENSION OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES - 1

In addition you can also get the following original VDO replacement parts from your dealer

Designation article number
Universal handlebar holder - wireless art. no. 5503
Magnet S/M for speed impulses art. no. 4410
Magnet L/XL for speed impulse art. no. 4412
Cadence magnet art. no. 4411
Speed transmitter art. no. 6602
Pulse transmitter (incl. elastic chest belt) art. no. 6605
Elastic chest belt for pulse transmitter article art. no. 6606
Replacement docking station art. no. 6609
Cadence kit art. no. 6603
Wrist band art. no. 6607
Wrist band lock art. no. 6608
Universal mount kit art. no. 6601

When purchasing look for the VDO Cyclecomputing original equipment logo. Only products bearing this logo are authorized by VDO Cyclecomputing for use with your computer.

2. INSTALLATION

2.1. BATTERY INSTALLATION

2.1.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION - COMPUTER AND SPEED/CADENCE TRANSMITTER >>> P02

step 1 Insert the battery into the computer/transmitter housing with the + pole up.
step 2 Ensure that the battery is not tilted.
step 3 Ensure that the rubber seal lies smoothly on the lid of the battery compartment.
step 4 Insert the battery compartment lid into the opening and use a coin to firmly turn the battery door to right until the stop (approximately 1/3 turn)

TIP for changing batteries: VDO recommends changing the batteries yearly to avoid undesired data loss. Thus strictly ensure that you note the entered wheel sizes as well as the previous ridden kilometers for bike 1 & bike 2, as well as the total altitude difference for bike 1, bike

EN

2, and the altitude difference walked. Reprogram this information after inserting the new batteries.

2.1.2 BATTERY INSTALLATION PULSE-CHEST BELT >>> P03

Your VDO is shipped with the battery installed in the pulse-chest belt.

Proceed as follows when later inserting a replacement battery:

step 1 Insert the battery into the chest-belt housing with the +pole up.

step 2 Ensure that the battery is not tilted.

step 3 Strictly ensure that the rubber seal lies smoothly on the battery compartment lid.

step 4 Insert the battery compartment lid into the opening and use a coin to firmly turn the battery door to right until the stop (approximately 1/3 turn)

2.2. INSTALLATION - HOLDER/COMPUTER/TRANSMITTER/MAGNET

a. Holder >>> P04/05: Your VDO computer is shipped with a universal handlebar holder.

step 1 You can mount the holder either on the handlebar or the stem. If you are installing the holder on the handlebar decide whether you want it on the right side or the left side. If installing on the stem, loosen the screws in the holder and turn the foot of the holder to stem installation. Then screw the foot firmly onto the holder again.

step 2 Route the cable ties through the provided eyes of the holder foot and pull both of them tight.

b. Computer >>> P06

The VDO twist-click system securely connects the computer to the

handlebar holder.

step 1 Insert the computer, turned to the left approximately 45 degrees (10 o'clock position) into the holder.

step 2 Twist the computer to the right until it audibly engages (clicks) in the holder system (12 o'clock position).

step 3 To remove the computer turn it to the left (do not press or pull).

c. Speed transmitter and magnet >>> P07

Mount the transmitter on the same side of the handlebar that the computer is mounted on. If you have installed the holder on the stem then we recommend mounting the transmitter on the left side.

step 1 Loosely fasten the transmitter on the fork with cable ties (do not tighten).

step 2 Place the spoke magnet on a spoke

step 3 Align the spoke magnet to the transmitter marking with a clearance of approximately 3 mm and click it together.

step 4 Align transmitter and magnet relative to each other and tighten the cable tie on the transmitter.

Please pay attention to the maximum distances:

- Maximum transmitter-computer distance = 120 cm

- Transmitter-magnet distance: 3 mm to a maximum of 10 mm

2.3. PUTTING ON THE PULSE-CHEST BELT >>> P08

step 1 First connect the one side of the pulse transmitter with the elastic strap, as shown. Press the ends of the pulse-chest belt into the plastic holder of the elastic strap

step 2 Place the pulse transmitter just below your chest and guide

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the elastic strap over your back to the other end of the pulse transmitter

step 3 Connect the second end of the plastic strap to the pulse transmitter
step 4 Use the size adjustment of the elastic strap to adjust the chest belt to your chest size

Please note:

  • Do not adjust the chest belt too loose; if it is too loose it can slip if there are jolts (e.g. when walking)
  • When putting on the chest belt moisten the electrodes so that trouble-free function is also ensured when starting exercise, before contact is established through sweat.
  • Range of the pulse-chest belt transmitter = 0.90 m

2.4. MOUNTING THE COMPUTER ON THE WRIST BAND >>> P09

step 1 Insert the computer into the opened wrist band
step 2 Insert the lock into the wrist band holder from below
step 3 Turn the lock with a coin to tighten it

ATTENTION: Never use a screwdriver to operate the lock. This could damage the lock (if the lock should be damaged then you can get the lock as original replacement part)

After inserting the batteries we recommend that you first reset the device to factory settings to ensure that no residual data from the quality

control process remains in the computer. This puts the computer into an assured start mode.

- Press the AC button for approximately 2 seconds with a sharp object, such as a pencil

3.2. LANGUAGE SELECTION

3sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

step 2 M Confirm LANGUAGE SELECT with M

step 3 ▼▲ Press the up or down button until the desired language appears

step 4 M Confirm your language selection with M

3.3. MANUAL PAIRING - INITIAL OPERATION WIRELESS SYSTEM

For initial operation of the digital wireless system manual pairing must ALWAYS be executed. Manual pairing ensures that the computer learns the coding of the transmitter you are using.

step 1 Insert the computer into the twist-click holder
step 2 Ensure that there are no ANT+Sport digital transmitters other than the transmitter you are using within a 5-meter area around the computer

Your computer will randomly select one of 128,000 codes. This ensures that signals of other transmitters are not received or processed (e.g. when riding in a group). If dashes are shown in the display, in spite of pairing, you must repeat the manual pairing process. In doing so ensure that the electrodes of the pulse transmitter belt are wet, or that the distance between the magnets and the speed/cadence transmitter is not greater than 5 mm.

ATTENTION: Your computer can save the codes of up to 5 transmitters

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  1. Speed transmitter of bike 1
  2. Speed transmitter of bike 2
  3. Cadence transmitter of bike 1 (optional)
  4. Cadence transmitter of bike 2 (optional)
  5. Pulse transmitter

3.3.1. INITIAL OPERATION - PULSE TRANSMITTER

Put the pulse transmitter belt on and moisten the electrodes (chapter 2.3)

3sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

▼ ▲ Select DIG CONNECT SET
M Display DIG CONNECT
▼ ▲ Select PULSE SEARCH
M PULSE PAIRING

PAIR DONE appears in the display after several seconds if the pulse transmitter was found. Automatic return to the TRIP DIST menu. If the pulse transmitter was not found PULSE REPEAT appears. Use Ⓜ to repeat the pairing process for the pulse transmitter. For troubleshooting see chapter 17.

3sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

▼ ▲ Select DIG CONNECT SET
MDisplay DIG CONNECT
Select SPEED SEARCH
M SPEED PAIRING

Now turn the front wheel (both magnet and transmitter must be already mounted)

PAIR DONE appears in the display after several seconds if the speed transmitter was found. Automatic return to the TRIP DIST menu

SPEED REPEAT appears if the speed transmitter was not found. Use M to repeat the pairing process for the speed transmitter. For troubleshooting see chapter 17.

3.3.3. INITIAL OPERATION - CADENCE TRANSMITTER (OPTIONAL EXTENSION see chapter 1.5)

3sec. 1 Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

▼ ▲ Select DIG CONNECT SET
M Display DIG CONNECT
▼ ▲ Select CADENCE SEARCH

M

CADENCE

PAIRING

Now turn the crank (magnet and transmitter must be already mounted) PAIR DONE appears in the display after several seconds if the cadence transmitter was found.

Automatic return to the TRIP DIST menu

If the cadence transmitter was not found CADENCE REPEAT will be displayed.

With M repeat the pairing for the cadence transmitter

For troubleshooting see chapter 17.

IMPORTANT NOTE / Re-open of transmitter search for the receive channel after interruption

If no signal is received from an already paired transmitter after 15

minutes (for example riding without chest belt for Z2 and Z3, also

PC-LINK models), the receive channel will be closed for this transmitter.

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In this case your VDO computer will show dashes for the respective function in the display. To re-open all receive channels press the 1 and A buttons at the same time: Now your VDO computer will again receive all previously paired transmitters that are in range.

4. GENERAL SETTINGS

4.1. SETTING THE LANGUAGE

3sec. 1 Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

M LANGUAGE SELECT

▼▲ Select „LANGUAGE ENGLISH“

M Automatic return to TRIP DIST

Language selection done.

4.2. SETTING TIME & DATE

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

CLOCK SET

MSET HOUR ?CONTINUE?

Setting hours

MSET MINUTES ?CONTINUE?

Setting minutes

M SET YEAR ?CONTINUE?

Setting the year

MSET MONTH ?CONTINUE?

Setting the month

MSET DAY ?CONTINUE?

Setting the day

M CLOCK ?SET OK?

M CLOCK SET DONE

Automatic return to CLOCK

4.3. SETTING THE ALARM, ALARM CLOCK

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

ALARM SET

MALARM ON or ALARM OFF ( ▼ to switch on)

When the alarm clock is switched off setting mode ends automatically by M.

MSET HOUR ?CONTINUE?

▼▲ Selecting the hours value

M„SET MINUTES ?CONTINUE?

▼▲ Selecting the minutes value

M ALARM ?SET OK?

M ALARM SET DONE!

Automatic return to the operation mode for CLOCK. Setting the alarm clock done.

The alarm clock icon is now shown in the display (center bar left).

5. BICYCLE FUNCTION SETTINGS

5.1. Measuring and setting wheel size/s

In order for your VDO computer to measure correctly you must first measure the circumference of your wheel. If this value is set incorrectly then all values calculated on the basis of this value, such as speed, trip, etc. will be wrong. To use your VDO computer on two different bikes e.g. mountain bike and road bike you can enter two different wheel sizes. Measuring the wheel circumference:

step 1 Align the valve of the front wheel so that it is precisely vertical

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to the ground

step 2 Mark this point on the ground with a line (use chalk for example)
step 3 Push the bike one wheel rotation forward until the valve is again vertical to the ground.
step 4 Mark this point on the ground as well.
step 5 Measure the distance between the two marks. The result is your wheel circumference (=roll circumference).
step 6 Enter the wheel circumference as described below into your VDO computer.

ATTENTION: If you have selected KMH display then you must enter the wheel circumference in mm. If you have selected MPH display then enter the wheel circumference in inches. The values listed in table >>>

P10 are approximate values. These values deviate depending on brand of tire, tire height and tire tread.

Setting wheelsize:

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

WHEELSIZE SET

M WHEELSIZE KMH-DISPLAY or WHEELSIZE MPH-DISPLAY ( ▼ to change to mph)

MWHEELSIZE 1 ... SET SIZE ?CONTINUE?

Set wheel size 1 in mm (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

M WHEELSIZE 1 ?SET OK?
M WHEELSIZE 1 SET DONE

Automatic change to

Set wheel size 2 in mm (keep button depressed for

fast run-through)

M WHEELSIZE 2 ?SET OK?
MWHEELSIZE 2 SET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST. If you do not want to set wheel size 2 then hold Ⓐ to return to TRIP DIST operation mode.

Attention: Factory settings for bike 1 = 2155 mm and for bike 2 = 2000 mm. If you do not enter wheel sizes the computer will work with the factory settings. The values measured in this manner for speed, distance, etc. can deviate from the actual values.

5.2. CHANGING THE WHEEL SIZE

With wheel size you change the computer from bike 1 (e.g. road bike) to bike 2 (e.g. mountain bike). The computer now works with the settings for bike 2.

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

WHEELSIZE CHANGE

M

WHEELSIZE 1 or WHEELSIZE 2 ?SET OK?

M

Changing the wheel size
MWHEELSIZE SET DONE

Automatic return to TRIP DIST

Wheel size set done

Display of the actual wheel size in the center bar of the display, right bottom (1 or 2)

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

5.3. SETTING TOTAL KILOMETERS

You can program the total distances into your VDO computer that get lost when changing batteries or that you have previously counted with a different device. This function is available for both wheel sizes (both bikes).

Setting total KM 1 or 2

3 sec. 1 Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

ODOMETER SET
M ODO BIKE 1 SET or ▲ ODO BIKE 2 SET
MODO BIKE 1/2 NEXT DIGIT?
Set last digit (keep button depressed for fast run-through)
MODO BIKE 1/2 NEXT DIGIT?
Set digit (keep button depressed for long run-through) ... repeat for all digits from back to front
MODO BIKE 1/2 ?SET OK?
Set first digit (keep button depressed for fast run-through)
MODO BIKE 1/2 SET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for ODO BIKE 1/2 menu. Set ODO BIKE 1/2 done

5.4. BIKE CHECK / SERVICE INTERVAL

Your VDO computer allows you to set the service interval to any interval for both of your bikes independently. The service check reminds you to have your bicycle serviced, like the service indicator in your car.

Set bike check bike 1 or bike 2

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

BIKE CHECK SET

M BIKE CHECK ON or BIKE CHECK OFF ( ▼ to switch off the bike check)

M„BIKE 1 SET or BIKE 2 SET

Set service interval in KM or m (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

MBIKE 1/2 ?SET OK?

MBIKE 1/2 SET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

Bike check set done

If BIKE CHECK is shown in the display then you should either perform the recommended bike check yourself or have your bike checked by your dealer. Press any button. The BIKE CHECK text will disappear. After another 50 km the service interval icon (screw driver) will disappear.

6. PERSONAL SETTINGS (YOUR DATA)

IMPORTANT NOTE: The personal settings are the prerequisite for calculating maximum pulse, training zones, and calorie consumption. Ensure that you make the personal settings first so that you can fully utilize the possibilities offered by the computer. Your personal maximum pulse is an important value. You can enter this value into your VDO computer if you know it from earlier measurements (e.g. at the doctor's office or from a performance test). If you do not know it then you can select automatic calculation of your maximum pulse.

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WARNING: Automatic calculation is based on average values for people that are athletic and healthy. The actual value can deviate from this average value for people who have not been athletically active for some time, or who after illness, are going through a rehabilitation program. Strictly ensure that you speak with your doctor before starting to train, so that he can confirm that training would not be associated with any adverse effects.

6.1. PERSONAL SETTINGS WITH MANUAL MAX. PULSE ENTRY

IMPORTANT: A wrong entry can have adverse effects on your health. Tables providing general information cannot reliably reflect your specific training status. Strictly ensure that you speak with your doctor before entering your max. pulse manually.

3 sec. 1 Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

PERSON DATA SET

M

SET

AGE

?CONTINUE?

Setting age

M

SET

WEIGHT

?CONTINUE?

Setting weight

MSET SEX ?CONTINUE?

Setting sex (M = male, F = female)

M SET P MAX MANUAL ( ▲ to go to manual

max. pulse calculation)

MPULSE MAX ?SET OK?

Setting the maximum pulse

MPERSON DATA ?SET OK?

MPERSON DATA SET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for the selected timer.

SET P MAX MANUAL done

6.2. PERSONAL SETTINGS WITH AUTOMATIC MAX. PULSE CALCULATION IMPORTANT: Automatic max. pulse calculation is based on tables showing general information that cannot reliably reflect your specific training status. Before you start training strictly ensure that you speak with your doctor.

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

PERSON DATA SET

M

SET

AGE

?CONTINUE?

Setting age

M

SET

WEIGHT

?CONTINUE?

Setting weight

MSET SEX ?CONTINUE?

Setting sex (M = male, F = female)

MSET PMAX MANUAL (go to autom.)

SET P MAX AUTOCALC

M Auto VALUE will be displayed for 2 seconds

PULSE MAX CALC DONE

M PERSON DATA ?SET OK?

MPERSON DATA SET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for the selected timer. Set HF max manually done

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

7.PULSE FUNCTION SETTINGS

The pulse functions of your VDO computer are based on the specification of three training programs each with 3 training ranges.

Limit 1 = program 1: for recovery training (high 70%, low 50% of max. pulse)

Limit 2 = program 2: program for endurance training (high 80%, low 70% of max. pulse)

Limit 3 = program 3: Training program for development ranges (high 95%, low 80% of max. pulse)

For automatic calculation of the training programs ensure that values are calculated that correspond to your personal settings (chapter 6). Also pay attention to the warning in chapter 6. All information concerning use and starting of pulse recording is provided in chapter 14.1-14.4.

7.1. AUTOMATIC CALCULATION OF PULSE LIMIT VALUES

Automatic calculation of pulse limit values functions only after entry of the personal data (chapter 6).

Your computer automatically assigns the following limit values to the three training programs

Limit 1 = HIGH 70%, LOW 50% of maximum pulse

Limit 2 = HIGH 80%, LOW 70% of maximum pulse

Limit 3 = HIGH 95%, LOW 80% of maximum pulse

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

PULSE LIMIT SETTINGS

MPULSE LIMIT ?SET?

M

PULSE

LIMIT

AUTOCALC

MAUTO LIMIT 1 HIGH...LOW

Shows AUTO LIMIT 1 for 3 sec., go to AUTO LIMIT 2

AUTO LIMIT 2 HIGH...LOW

Shows AUTO LIMIT 2 for 3 sec., go to AUTO LIMIT 3

AUTO LIMIT 3 HIGH...LOW

Shows AUTO LIMIT 3 for 3 sec.

Automatic return to operation mode for the selected timer.

7.2. MANUAL ENTRY OF PULSE LIMIT VALUES

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

PULSE LIMIT SETTINGS

MPULSE LIMIT ?SET?

M

PULSE

LIMIT

AUTOCALC

PULSE LIMIT MANUAL SET

MPULSE LIMIT 1 ?SET?

▼ Select LIMIT 1/LIMIT 2/LIMIT 3

MSET HIGH 1 ?CONTINUE?

Set high limit training range 1/2/3

MSET LOW 1 ?CONTINUE?

Set low limit training range 1/2/3

M LIMIT x ?SET OK? (x = selected training range 1, 2, or 3)

M LIMIT x SET DONE (x = selected training range 1, 2, or 3)

Automatic return to the selected TIMER.

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7.3. SELECT TRAINING PROGRAM

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

PULSE LIMIT SETTINGS

MPULSE LIMIT ?SET?

PULSE LIMIT ?SELECT?

LIMIT 1 ?SELECT? or ▼ LIMIT 2 ?SELECT? or ▼

LIMIT 3 ?SELECT?

MLIMIT 1/2/3 SET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for the selected timer. The selected training program LIMIT 1 or LIMIT 2 or LIMIT 3 is displayed in the pulse functions P. The high and low limits set for the selected program will also be displayed.

7.4. SET RECOVERY PULSE MEASUREMENT

With your VDO computer you can select the following presets for the recovery pulse measurement.

  1. Recovery time: Pulse reduction within the set recovery time.

  2. Recovery pulse: Duration until reaching the set recovery pulse.

a. Setting the recovery time

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

RECOVERY SET

M RECOV TIME SET

Set the recovery time in 30 second increments

MRECOV TIME ?SET OK?

MRECOV TIME SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for RECOV TIME

Recovery time set done

b. Setting the recovery pulse

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

RECOVERY SET

M RECOV TIME SET

RECOV PULSE SET

Setting the recovery pulse

MRECOV PULSE ?SET OK?

MRECOV PULSE SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for RECOV PULSE

Recovery pulse set done

IMPORTANT FOR THE CHANGE: In operation mode the last setting made of the settings cited above is always displayed. To change, in the settings menu confirm the desired settings as specified above.

  1. MEASURING THE RECOVERY PULSE/RECOVERY TIME

In the operating mode select RECOVPULSE or RECOVTIME with the

P button. To start the measurement press the buttons 1+2 at the same time. After the set recovery time elapses or after reaching the set recovery pulse the measurement will end automatically. The recovery time will be displayed in the third display line.

7.5. SETTING THE BASIC VALUES FOR POWER CALCULATION IN WATT (OPTIONAL)

IMPORTANT: Power calculation is only activated if the optional cadence extension is installed.

VDO Z3 PC-Link - SET RECOVERY PULSE MEASUREMENT - 1

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Power is calculated in WATT via a mathematical algorithm. Deviations from a real WATT measurement system are possible, particularly if there is a strong headwind or tailwind. The more precise the setting of the bicycle used, (its weight as well as your seat position), the more precise the displayed value will be.

IMPORTANT: If the cadence option is installed the WATT shows ZERO when you stop moving the pedals.

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

POWER CALC SET

M

BIKE

TYPE

SELECT

MROAD BIKE SELECT or ▼ MTB SELECT

M„SITTING POS SELECT

MUPRIGHT SELECT or ▼ LOW RACE SELECT

M SET WEIGHT ?SET OK? (Note: This is where the bike weight, including panniers if necessary, is entered)

Setting the weight in kg

M POWER CALC SET DONE

Automatic return to the mode for POWER WATT Set watt calculation done

8. ALTITUDE FUNCTION SETTINGS

The altitude measurement function of your VDO computer is based on barometric pressure. The opening necessary in this regard on the underside of the device should not be manipulated (never poke a sharp object into this opening). Note the following for precise altitude measurement:

a. Prior to starting each trip you must enter a start altitude into your computer.
If you always start your trip from the same location then you only need to enter the start altitude once.
If the start location changes then you must set the new start altitude.

b. Your VDO computer records barometric pressure changes (e.g. due to weather changes) in sleep mode as a change in actual altitude. If for example your bicycle is in the cellar for two days and the air pressure changes due to weather, then your computer will show a changed actual altitude. This is why the home altitude must be recalculated prior to starting each trip.

c. For longer trips the actual altitude should be readjusted at certain points (e.g. readjust to summit altitudes). Deviations can occur due to different weather conditions at the various points of the trip. You should make corrections so that the measurement is as accurate as possible. Tip home altitude:

You can obtain the correct information for the altitude of your home location or your usual trip starting point from your local weather bureau.

When planning trips you can find the original altitudes at certain points of your trip on special maps. These maps are available in book stores.

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8.1. SETTING THE HOME ALTITUDE (STARTING ALTITUDE)

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

HOME ALTI SET

M

Setting the home altitude
MHOME ALTI ?SET OK?
MHOME ALTI SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for ALTI UP. The set home altitude will be displayed as actual altitude. Home altitude set done

Re-calibrating the air pressure to home altitude. Important: Prior to each trip the actual measured pressure must be calculated back to the set home altitude = re-calibrate. Short-cut press the A button for 4 seconds.

8.2. SETTING THE ACTUAL ALTITUDE

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

ACTUAL ALTI SET
Setting the actual altitude
MACTUAL ALTI ?SET OK?
MACTUAL ALTI SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for ALTI UP. Actual altitude set done

8.3. ANNUAL UPHILL ALTITUDE GAIN BIKE 1 AND BIKE 2 AND WALK MODE

Your VDO computer accumulates values for the meters in altitude for the uphill gain covered separately for:

  • Bike 1
  • Bike 2
  • Walk mode (see chapter 10 for selection)

These values can be programmed in, if for example you want to transfer the values from an older device, or if the values have been deleted when changing batteries.

Setting the annual uphill gain in altitude

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

ALTI UP SET

M ALTI UP 1 SET (for bike 2 or walking
ALTI UP 2 SET / WALK UP SET)
M ALTI UP 1 NEXT DIGIT/ ALTI UP 2 NEXT DIGIT / WALK UP NEXT DIGIT
Set last digit (keep button depressed for fast run-through)
M... repeat for all digits from back to front
M ALTI UP 1 ?SET OK? / ALTI UP 2 ?SET OK? / WALK UP ?SET OK?
Setting the first digit
M ALTI UP 1 SET DONE / ALTI UP 2 SET DONE / WALK UP SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for TOTAL UP. Annual uphill altitude gain set done.

8.4. ANNUAL DOWNHILL ALTITUDE LOSS BIKE 1 AND BIKE 2 AND WALK MODE

Setting the annual downhill altitude loss
3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

ALTI DOWN SET

M ALTI DOWN 1 SET (for bike 2 or

walking ▲ ALTI DOWN 2 SET / WALK DOWN SET)

M ALTI DOWN 1 NEXT DIGIT / ALTI DOWN 2 NEXT DIGIT / WALK DOWN NEXT DIGIT

Set last digit (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

M... repeat for all digits from back to front

M ALTI DOWN 1 ?SET OK? / ALTI DOWN 2 ?SET OK? / WALK DOWN ?SET OK?

Setting the first digit

M ALTI DOWN 1 SET DONE / ALTI DOWN 2 SET DONE / WALK DOWN SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for TOTAL DOWN Annual downhill altitude loss set done

9. RESET MODE

In reset mode of your VDO computer you reset the saved ride data of the bicycle computer. You can also reset the computer to the factory settings

9.1 TRIP DATA

ATTENTION: When resetting the trip data the following day trip data will be deleted:

  • Daily distance
  • Trip ride time
  • Average speed
  • Maximum speed

  • Uphill altitude gain

  • Downhill distance
  • Maximum trip altitude
  • Average ascending gradient
  • Maximum ascending gradient
  • Downhill altitude loss
  • Downhill distance
  • Average descending gradient
  • Maximum descending gradient

If the cadence option is mounted then the cadence data will also be reset.

  • Average cadence
  • Maximum cadence

3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

MTRIP DATA ?RESET? < flashing
MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

9.2 RESET TOTAL RIDE TIME

ATTENTION: When resetting total ride time the following data is deleted:

  • Total ride time
  • Total ride time bike 1
  • Total ride time bike 2

3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

TOTAL TIME ?RESET?
M TOTAL TIME ?RESET? <> flashing
M TOTAL TIME RESET DONE?

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Automatic return to the operation mode for TOTAL TIME Reset total time done

9.3. RESETTING THE TOTAL DISTANCE METER

ATTENTION: When resetting the total distance the following data is deleted:

  • Total distance
  • Total distance bike 1
  • Total distance bike 2

3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

ODOTOTAL ?RESET?
MODOTOTAL ?RESET? < flashing
MODOTOTAL RESET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for ODOTOTAL Odototal reset done

9.4. RESETTING THE NAVIGATOR

Please see the detailed description of Navigator functions in chapter

12.1.-12.2. There you will learn more about use of this reset

3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

▼ ▲ NAVIGATOR ?RESET?
M NAVIGATOR ?RESET? <> flashes
M NAVIGATOR RESET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for NAVIGATOR Navigator reset done

9.5. RESETTING TO FACTORY SETTINGS

WARNING: When resetting to factory settings all ride data and all computer settings will be reset, including the personal data. Only perform this reset if a software malfunction occurs or if your computer can no longer be operated.

step 1 Use a sharp pencil

step 2 Press the AC button on the back of the computer for 2 sec Reset to factory settings done.

10. OPERATION MODE SELECTION

Your VDO computer uses different measuring and analysis programs for different sport types. Certain functions are not available depending on the selected mode. For this reason you must select one of the following modes prior to starting your exercise:

  • Cycle mode ⊗
  • Walk mode 📄 (also for jogging, running, Nordic walking, inline skating)

Select operation mode:

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

OP MODE SELECT
M CYCLE MODE ?SET OK?
▼ to change to WALK MODE ?SET OK?
M Automatic return to the operation mode for TRIP DIST (in cycle mode), or ALTI UP (in walk mode)

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

11. OPERATION MODE

11.1. An overview of mode functions is provided in section 1.3.1.
11.2 FAST PAIRING after transmission interruption

If no signal is received from one of your already paired transmitters for more than 15 minutes (e.g. cycling without pulse-chest belt, magnet moved unintentionally) the receive channel for this transmitter will be closed. In this case your VDO computer will show dashes for the respective function in the display. To re-open all receive channels press the 1 and A buttons at the same time:

VDO Z3 PC-Link - OPERATION MODE - 1

In this case your VDO computer will then receive all paired transmitters that are in range. See also chapter 15 Sleep mode

11.3. GETTING STARTED - quick overview

Functions/operation/reset/max values

11.3.0. PERMANENT FUNCTIONS

The following functions are permanently shown in the display:

  • Actual altitude
  • Actual temperature
  • Actual ascending gradient in percent ! Not in walk mode !

CENTER BAR

  • Heart rate receive icon if the pulse transmitter belt is worn
  • Beeper icon if the beeper is switched on
  • Stopwatch icon if the timing function is running
  • Actual heart rate

  • Actual speed: Maximum value 120 km/h or mph (! not in walk mode !)

  • Comparison of actual speed to average speed ▲ = above, ▼ below (! not in walk mode !)
  • Selected wheel size 1 or 2
  • REC for ongoing recording

- Shows selected information and corresponding value

ALTITUDE FUNCTIONS (button A)

Re-calibrating the air pressure to home altitude. Short-cut press the A button for 4 seconds.

VDO Z3 PC-Link - ALTITUDE FUNCTIONS (button A) - 1

11.3.1. ALTI UP = uphill altitude gain for the actual trip

Display A ALTI UP

Reset: 3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.3.2. ⊗ DIST UP = uphill distance of the actual trip

Display A DIST UP

Reset: 3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET? M TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

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Note: The minimum altitude change for the correct distance measurement must be 1 m

11.3.3. TRIP MAX = maximum altitude of the actual trip

Display A TRIP MAX

Reset: 3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? < flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.3.4. AVG CLIMB = average climb of the actual trip in percent

Display: A „AVG CLIMB

Reset: 3 sec. 2 „TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? < flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.3.5. ⊗ MAX CLIMB = maximum climb of the actual trip in percent

Display A MAX CLIMB

Reset: 3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? < flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.3.6. Ⓧ TOTAL UP = total uphill altitude gain Bike 1 and Bike 2

Display A „Tot 1/2 HM UP“ (walk mode TOTAL UP)

11.3.7. ALTI MAX = maximum altitude Bike 1 and Bike 2

Display A „Total Max 1/2“ (walk mode ALTI MAX)

11.3.8. Ⓧ ALTI DOWN = downhill altitude loss of the actual trip

Display A ALTI DOWN

Reset: 3 sec. ② TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? < flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.3.9. DIST DOWN = downhill distance of the actual trip

Display A DIST DOWN

Reset: 3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? < flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

Note: The minimum altitude change for the correct distance measurement must be 1 m

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

11.3.10. AVG DOWN = average downhill slope in percent

Display A „Dschn down“

Reset: 3 sec. ② TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.3.11. MAX DOWN = maximum downhill gradient in percent

Display A MAX DOWN

Reset: 3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.3.12. Ⓧ TOTAL DOWN = total downhill altitude bike 1 and bike 2

Display A TOTAL DOWN (walk mode TOTAL DOWN)

BICYCLE FUNCTIONS (button 1)

With the exception of the CLOCK function NO bicycle functions are available in walk mode. The 1 button has no function in walk mode.

11.3.13. ⊗ TRIP DISTANCE = distance of the actual trip

Display 1 TRIP DISTANCE

Reset: 3 sec. ② TRIP DATA ?RESET?

TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

This resets all data of the functions marked by ●

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

Maximum value: 999.99 KM or MI. If this number is overranged then

TRIP DISTANCE, RIDE TIME, and AVERAGE SPEED will be set to ZERO.

11.3.14. ⊗ RIDE TIME = ride time of the actual trip

With auto start/stop function: Starts automatically when you start off and stops automatically when you stop

Display 1 RIDE TIME

Reset: 3 sec. ② TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

VDO Z3 PC-Link - BICYCLE FUNCTIONS (button 1) - 1

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

Maximum value 24 hours. If this number is overranged then TRIP

DISTANCE, RIDE TIME, and AVERAGE SPEED will be reset to ZERO.

11.3.15. ⊗ AVG SPEED = average speed of the actual trip

Display 1 AVG SPEED

Reset: 3 sec. ② TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? < flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

Accuracy: 2 decimal places. If DAILY DISTANCE or RIDE TIME are

overranged this value will be reset to ZERO

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11.3.16. ⊗ MAX SPEED = maximum speed of the actual trip

Display

1

MAX

SPEED

Reset: 3 sec.

2

TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

Maximum value 120 km/h or mph. Accuracy 2 decimal places. Not suitable for motorcycles.

OPTION ONLY WITH CADENCE EXTENSION

11.T1. ⊗ CADENCE = actual cadence in crank revolutions per minute

Display

1

CADENCE

Reset: 3 sec.

2

TRIP DATA ?RESET?

TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

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Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

Note: Pedaling backward can result in unrealistically high values

11.T2. ⊗ CAD AVG = average cadence of the actual trip

Display

1

CAD AVG

Reset: 3 sec

2

TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

11.T3. ⊗ CAD MAX = maximum cadence of the actual trip

Display

1

CAD MAX

Reset: 3 sec.

2

TRIP DATA ?RESET?

M TRIP DATA ?RESET? <> flashing

MTRIP DATA RESET DONE

-

Automatic return to operation mode for TRIP DIST

BICYCLE FUNCTIONS (button 2)

IMPORTANT NOTE: NO bicycle functions except the CLOCK function are available in walk mode. The 2 button in walk mode automatically shows the actual time.

11.3.17. CLOCK

Setting, see chapter 4.2. (Either in 12h or 24h format; in 12h format am/pm will be shown as well)

Display

2

CLOCK

11.3.18. Ⓧ NAVIGATOR

Setting, use, see chapter 12.1.-12.2.

Display

2

NAVIGATOR

Reset: 3 sec.

2 TRIP

ATA ?RESET?

NAVIGATOR ?RESET?

M

NAVIGATOR ?RESET? < flashes

M NAVIGATOR RESET DONE

11.3.19. ⊗ ODO BIKE 1 = total distance bike 1

Shows the sum of all distances ridden with bike 1 in km or mi (automatic conversion of all values when converting to mi)

Display

2 ODO BIKE 1

Maximum value: 99,999 km or mi

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

11.3.20. ⊗ ODO BIKE 2 = total distance bike 2

Shows the total of all distances ridden with bike 2 in km or mi (automatic conversion of all values when switching to mi)

Display 2 ODO BIKE 2

Maximum value: 99,999 km or mi

11.3.21. ⊗ ODOTOTAL = total distance bike 1 and bike 2

Shows the total of all distances ridden with bike 1 and bike 2 in km or mi (automatic conversion of all values when switching to mi)

Display 2 ODOTOTAL

Maximum value 199,999 km or mi

11.3.22. ⊗ TIME BIKE 1 = total time bike 1

Shows the total time of all day trips ridden with bike 1 in hhh:mm

Display 2 TIME BIKE 1

Maximum value 999:59 hhh:mm

11.3.23. ⊗ TIME BIKE 2 = total ride time bike 2

Shows the total time of all day trips ridden with Bike 2 in hhh:mm

Display 2 TIME BIKE 2

Maximum value 999:59 hhh:mm

11.3.24. TOTAL TIME = total ride time bike 1 and bike 2

Shows the total time of all day trips ridden with bike 1 and bike 2 in hhhh:mm

Display 2 TOTAL TIME

Maximum value: 1999:59 hhhh:mm

HEART RATE FUNCTIONS (button P)

PLEASE NOTE: All heart rate functions with the exception of „actual heart rate“ display require a running stopwatch or a running timer.

11.3.25. STOPWATCH = manual stopwatch

Prerequisite: Only after selecting stopwatch, chapter 13.1.

Display P STOPWATCH

Start measuring STW Press

Stop measuring STW Press

Display pulse data Ⓟ LIMIT LO HI (values run sequentially, automatically in 2 second rhythm)

Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

Compare chapter 14. Training with recording of the residence times in the pulse ranges

11.3.26. ✉ TIMER = timer 1 / timer 2 / timer 1+2

Prerequisite: Only after selecting timer, chapter.13.1.

Display Start measuring P STW Press

End of measurement Automatic after timer period elapses (or number of sequences for timer 1+2), beeper signal

Display pulse data Ⓟ LIMIT LO HI (values run sequentially, automatically in 2 second rhythm)

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Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

Compare chapter 14. Training with recording of the residence times in the pulse ranges

11.3.27. Ⓧ COUNTDOWN = countdown timer

Prerequisite: Only after selection of countdown timer, chapter 13.1.

Display Start measuring P STW Press

End of measurement Automatic after elapse of count-down, beeper signal

Display pulse data Ⓟ LIMIT LO HI (values run sequentially, automatically in 2 second rhythm)

Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

Compare Chapter 14.2. Training with the countdown timer

11.3.28. ⊕ LAP-TIMER = lap timer

Prerequisite: Only after selection of lap timer, Chapter 13.1.

Display Start measuring P STW Press

Go to next lap A+P Press buttons at the same time

End/pause measurement STW Press Display lap data P LAP REC

STW Go to the next lap data Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

Compare Chapter 14.4. Training with the countdown timer.

11.3.29. AVG PULSE = average pulse of the actual timing period Prerequisite: Only with running or stopped and not deleted stopwatch/ timer/countdown/lap timer function

Displaying the informatio P AVG PULSE Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

11.3.30. Ⓧ MAX PULSE = maximum pulse of the actual timing period

Prerequisite: Capture only with running or stopped and not deleted stopwatch/timer/countdown/lap timer function

Displaying the information ☐ MAX PULSE Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

11.3.31. Ⓧ PULSE MAX % = pulse as a percentage of personal maximum pulse

Prerequisite: Only with running or stopped and not deleted capture of stopwatch/timer/countdown/lap timer (STW)

Displaying the information P PULSE MAX % Reset: STW Press STW button for 4 sec.

11.3.32. Ⓧ LIMIT LO HI = residence times in the pulse ranges Prerequisite: Only with running or stopped and not deleted capture of stopwatch/timer/countdown/lap timer

Only if personal data have been entered, chapter 7.2.. Always based on selected training program (limit 1, 2, or 3), chapter 7.3.

Displaying the information P LIMIT LO HI (values run sequentially in 2 second rhythm)

Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

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11.3.33. RECOV TIME or RECOV PULSE = recovery time and recovery pulse measurement

Prerequisite: Only if recovery time/recovery pulse is defined, chapter 7.2

Starting the measurement 1+2 press simultaneously Displaying the information P RECOV TIME or RECOV PULSE

Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

11.3.34. Ⓧ CALORIE = calorie consumption of the actual timing period

Prerequisite:

Only with running or stopped and not deleted stopwatch/timer/countdown/lap timer function

Only if personal data have been entered, chapter 7.2.

Displaying the information P CALORIE

Reset: STW Press button for 4 sec.

11.3.35 ⊗ POWER WATT = actual power in watt (optional)

Prerequisite: Only if personal data have been entered, chapter 7.2.

Displaying the information P POWER WATT

IMPORTANT: Only functions with installed cadence extension. If the cadence option is installed the power display shows ZERO when the pedals are not moving.

12. RIDING WITH THE NAVIGATOR

With the VDO Navigator you can complete trips according to Roadbooks (e.g. Moser Guide). Roadbooks are offered by many publishing houses for fantastic trips (for road bikes as well as mountain bikes) by many publishing houses. Taking a specified trip is facilitated thanks to the detailed km description of certain orientation points.

Note: This function is not available in walk mode.

The VDO Navigator is an independent km or mi counter and works in the following modes:

a. Counting down: To display the distance remaining to the next orientation point

b. Counting up: To display the distance covered since the last orientation point

Note: The Navigator always runs automatically even if you have not set it.

The Navigator km status can be set/changed at any point desired. Thus you can start in the middle of a trip or execute a km correction if you took a wrong turn.

12.1. SELECTING NAVIGATOR MODE

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

▼ ▲ NAVIGATOR SET

M NAVIGATOR FORWARD ( ▼ to go to NAVIGATOR BACKWARD)

M NAVIGATOR NEXT DIGIT

Set last digit (keep button depressed for fast run-

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M, NAVIGATOR NEXT DIGIT

... repeat for all digits from back to front

M NAVIGATOR ?SET OK?
Set first digit (keep button depressed for fast run-through)
M NAVIGATOR SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for NAVIGATOR

12.2. RESETTING THE NAVIGATOR AT THE ORIENTATION POINT

3 sec. 2 TRIP DATA ?RESET?

▼ ▲ NAVIGATOR ?RESET?
M NAVIGATOR ?RESET? <> flashes
M NAVIGATOR RESET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for NAVIGATOR

Navigator reset done

  1. THE TIMING FUNCTIONS

The following settings are of particular importance when using the pulse functions (chapter 14).

Your VDO computer has 6 different timing functions. If one of the timing functions is running the TIMING indicator icon @will always be flashing in the left part of the display. Moreover the residence times in the training ranges are captured for each running timing function (see chapter Kap. 14). The setting range/measuring range for all timing functions is 0:00:00 h to 24:00:00 h

TIMER 1: You can program a time e.g. for interval training. TIMER 1 counts from zero forward. At the end of TIMER 1 there is a single beep. Timer 1 only functions if you have set a time. If you have forgotten to set a time your VDO computer displays TIMER ERROR

TIMER 2: You can program a time, e.g. for the rest phase in an interval training. TIMER 2 counts from zero forward. At the end of TIMER 2 there are two beeps. Timer 2 only functions if you have set a time. If you have forgotten to set a time your VDO computer displays TIMER ERROR

TIMER 1+2 runs until you stop these functions. Timers 1 + 2 only function if you have set a time. If you have forgotten to set a time your VDO computer displays TIMER ERROR.

COUNTDOWN: You can program a time, the timer will count backwards from this time. At the end of the COUNTDOWN time there is a single beep. Countdown only functions if you have set a time. If you have forgotten to set a time your VDO computer will display COUNTDOWN ERROR.

COUNT ERROR DOWN

LAP TIMER: Start Lap Timer with STW. Start next Lap with P + A at the same time at any point of the training unit. The following values will be saved:

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  • Duration of the lap
  • Average heart rate on the lap
  • Average speed on the lap

The lap values can be called at any time if time measurement is stopped.

STOPWATCH: With the manual stopwatch you can manually capture the plus values of training units.

13.1. SELECTING THE TIMING FUNCTION

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

TIMER SETTINGS

M

TIMER

?SELECT?

Select M TIMER 1 ?SELECT?

Timer ▼ TIMER 2 ?SELECT?

☑ TIMER 1 + 2 ?SELECT ? >>> Query repeats TIMER 1 + 2 REPEATS ?SELECT?

COUNTDOWN ?SELECT?

LAP TIMER ?SELECT?

STOP WATCH ?SELECT?

M Confirm selection SET DONE

If you have not yet set any values for timer 1, timer 2, timer 1 +2, or countdown, then your VDO computer will now show ERROR in the display. In this case proceed as explained in the following chapter 13.2 Setting the timer.

13.2. SETTING THE TIMER (when selecting timer 1 or timer 2 or timer 1+2)

Setting times for timer 1/timer 2

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

TIMER SETTINGS

M

TIMER

?SELECT?

TIMER ?SET?

M TIMER 1 ?SET?

TIMER 2 ?SET?

Select M TIMER ?SET?

M SET HOUR ?CONTINUE?

Setting hours (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

M SET MINUTES ?CONTINUE?

Setting minutes (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

M SET SECONDS ?CONTINUE?

Setting seconds (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

M TIMER ?SET OK?

M TIMER SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for TIMER 1/2. If you have not yet set any values for timer 1, and/or timer 2, then your VDO computer will now show ERROR in the display.

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13.3. SETTING TIMER 1 + 2 REPEATS (when selecting timer 1 + 2)

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

TIMER SETTINGS

VDO Z3 PC-Link - EN - 1

TIMER

?SELECT?

TIMER 1 ?SELECT?

TIMER 1 + 2 ?SELECT?

MTIMER 1+2 REPEATS ?SELECT?

Setting the number of repeats (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

M TIMER 1+2 ?SET OK?

MTIMER 1+2 SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for TIMER 1/2. If you have not yet set any values for timer 1, and/or timer 2, then your VDO computer will now show ERROR in the display.

13.4 SETTING THE COUNTDOWN (when selecting countdown timer)

3 sec. 1 Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

TIMER SETTINGS

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TIMER

?SELECT?

TIMER ?SET?

M TIMER 1 ?SET?

COUNTDOWN ?SET?

MSET HOUR ?CONTINUE?

Setting hours (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

MSET MINUTES ?CONTINUE?

Setting minutes (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

MSET SECONDS ?CONTINUE?

Setting seconds (keep button depressed for fast run-through)

MCOUNTDOWN ?SET OK?

M COUNTDOWN SET DONE

Automatic return to the operation mode for COUNTDOWN If you have not yet set any values for countdown, then your VDO computer will now show ERROR in the display.

13.5. LAP-TIMER

The LAP timer must first be started with the STW button. To save the LAP data press buttons P + A at the same time on the desired points of the training unit. In this process the following values will be saved:

- Duration of the lap

- Average heart rate on the lap

- Average speed on the lap

The lap values can be called at any time if time measurement is stopped.

13.6. STOPWATCH

Use of the stopwatch does not require any previous setting. After preselect (see chapter 13.1), it can be stopped or started at any time with stw.

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14. TRAINING CONTROL WITH THE PULSE FUNCTIONS

See chapter 13 for information on making the settings. For focused training control it is necessary to keep the pulse in certain ranges through specific stress, see chapter 7.2. The different training programs are defined by a low limit and high limit. The pulse range between the two values is usually the target range for your training. After determining the pulse ranges (automatically or manually) your VDO computer records the residency period in the target range as well as the times above and below the target range. For real-time monitoring your VDO computer indicates when you leave the target range via an acoustic signal, if you have set this function beforehand (see chapter 13.1)

14.1. TRAINING WITH THE STOPWATCH

The stopwatch offers the easiest possibility for capturing pulse data. When the stopwatch is running pulse data is recorded. Interruption/continuation of the recording is possible at any time with STW.

step 1 Preparing the recording:

  • Set the training ranges automatically chapter 7.1, or manually chapter 7.2
  • Select training program limit 1, limit 2, limit 3, chapter 7.3
  • In the TIMER SETTINGS setting menu select STOPWATCH, chapter 13.2.

step 2 Beginning of the recording:

STW Start the recording

4sec. P Switch on/switch off the acoustic pulse signal

step 3 End/interruption of the recording:

STW Stop the recording

step 4 Display of the values (even during recording)

P Display data via the LIMIT LO HI pulse menu (display automatically shows the times for the three ranges in %)

  • Time above the high limit
  • Time between the limit values
  • Time under the low limit

step 5 Deleting recorded data

4sec. STW

TIP: At the end of the training unit measure the recovery time or the recovery pulse to determine your training status. See 7.4. Recovery time and recovery pulse

Note: All bicycle altitude and pulse function can also be called up during timer operation via the 1 2 A P buttons.

14.2. TRAINING WITH TIMER 1 / TIMER 2 / TIMER 1+2

Independently of each other Timer 1 or timer 2 offer the possibility of integrating intervals with manual control in the training.

Timer 1: Programmable timer with forward counting, auto-repeat function, single beep after elapse of timer 1.

Timer 2: Programmable timer with forward counting. Auto-repeat function, double beep after elapse of timer 2.

VDO Z3 PC-Link - TRAINING WITH TIMER 1 / TIMER 2 / TIMER 1+2 - 1

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Combination timer 1+2:

The combination of timer 1+2 can be set optimally for interval training: Timer 1 = active phase, timer 2 = rest phase. When timer 1 elapses a single beep sounds, when timer 2 elapses a double beep sounds. For timer 1+2 you can set the number of repeats. In this case time 1+2 runs until all repeats have elapsed or the measurement is interrupted by STW.

IMPORTANT: During timer operation the residence periods of the pulse frequency in the selected training ranges is recorded (compare 13.1) step 1 Preparing the recording

  • Set the training ranges automatically chapter 7.1, or manually chapter 7.2
  • Select training program limit 1, limit 2, limit 3, chapter 7.3
  • In the TIMER SETTINGS setting menu select the desired timer

step 2 Beginning of the recording:

STW Start the recording

4sec. P Switch on/switch off the acoustic pulse signal

step 3 End/interruption of the recording:

AUTOMATIC depending on timer selection at the end of the respective timer or at the end of all selected repeats with the combination function timer 1+2

STW Manual interruption = stop recording

step 4 Display of the values (even during recording):

P Display data via the LIMIT LO HI pulse menu (display automatically shows the times for the three ranges in %)

  • Time above the high limit
  • Time between the limit values
  • Time under the low limit

step 5 Deleting recorded data

4sec. STW

Note: All bicycle altitude and pulse function can also be called up during timer operation via the 1 2 A P buttons.

TIP: At the end of the training unit measure the recovery time or the recovery pulse to determine your training status, see chapter 7.4. Recovery time and recovery pulse.

14.3. TRAINING WITH THE COUNTDOWN TIMER:

The countdown timer is a programmable timer with reverse counting. This is particularly well-suited for use in time trials. At the end of the COUNTDOWN time there is a single beep.

IMPORTANT: During countdown operation the residence periods of the pulse frequency in the selected training ranges are recorded (compare 13.1)

step 1 Preparing the recording:

- Set the training ranges automatically chapter 7.1, or manually chapter 7.2

- Select training program limit 1, limit 2, limit 3, chapter 7.3

- In the setting menu TIMER SETTINGS select AND set the countdown timer, chapter 13.1 and following.

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step 2 Beginning of the recording:

STW Start the recording

4sec. P Switch on/switch off the acoustic pulse signal

step 3 End/interruption of the recording:

AUTOMATIC after the countdown time elapses

STW Manual interruption = stop recording

step 4 Display of the values (even during recording)

P Display data via the LIMIT LO HI pulse menu

(Display automatically shows the times for the three ranges in %)

- Time above the high limit

- Time between the limit values

- Time under the low limit

step 5 Deleting recorded data

4sec. STW

TIP: At the end of the training unit measure the recovery time or the recovery pulse to determine your training status, see chapter 7.4. Recovery time and recovery pulse.

Note: All bicycle altitude and pulse function can also be called up during timer operation via the 12AP buttons.

TIP: At the end of your countdown timer measure the recovery time or the recovery pulse to determine your training status. See 7.4. Recovery time and recovery pulse.

14.4. TRAINING WITH THE LAP TIMER

The lap timer of your VDO computer is designed for lap training. You can record up to 50 laps manually. In this case your computer saves the following values for each lap:

  • Lap time
  • Average pulse during the lap
  • Average speed during the lap (IMPORTANT: no display in walk mode) With these values you have an outstanding method of analyzing the development of your performance if you always do the same laps. This could be certain mountain values or flat stretches on your training lap. The lap timer function can be set in bicycle mode and in walk mode.

Important:

  1. The values saved for the individual laps can only be shown in the display in recall mode after concluding the measurement.
  2. If the lap timer is running the residence period of the pulse frequency in the selected training ranges is recorded (compare 13.1)

step 1 Preparing the recording:

  • Set the training ranges automatically chapter 7.1, or manually chapter 7.2
  • Select training program limit 1, limit 2, limit 3, chapter 7.3
  • In the TIMER SETTINGS setting menu select the lap timer chapter 13.1.

step 2 Starting/changing/interrupting laps:

P Switch on/switch off the acoustic pulse signal
STW Start lap 1

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Press concurrently:

A

+

P End lap 1 and start lap 2 concurrently

Start next lap:

A

+

P End lap 2 and start lap 3 concurrently.

Interrupt:

STW Interrupt lap measuring (e.g. for recovery lap or break)

You can interrupt each lap as often as desired, or end the lap and record up to 50 individual laps.

step 3 Display the values (during a break or after ending the lap training).

Prerequisite: The lap timer must be stopped (STW)

P Display data via the pulse menu LAP REC

Display of values for LAP 1 (Fig. display)

Center bar left: Average pulse on the lap

Center bar right: Average speed on the lap (IMPORTANT: no display in walk mode)

Footer: Lap number and time of the lap

STW Changing the display of values for lap 2

STW Changing the display of values for lap 3

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During or after lap training the pulse data can be displayed at any time: Display data via the LIMIT LO HI pulse menu (display automatically shows the times for the three ranges in %)

- Time above the high limit

- Time between the limit values

- Time under the low limit

step 5 Deleting all recorded lap data

4sec. STW

TIP: At the end of the training unit measure the recovery time or the recovery pulse to determine your training status. See 7.4. Recovery time and recovery pulse

NOTE for DATA RECORDING:

All lap data is also recorded when using DATA RECORDING (chapter 15) and is also transferred to the PC in the data transfer. With the aid of the „PC-Sport“ training software the lap data can then be displayed on the PC

15. THE DATA RECORDING FUNCTION & TRANSFER OF DATA TO THE PO

Your VDO computer is designed for recording data and transferring data to your PC. The recorded and transferred data can be analyzed on the PC. With the „PC-Sport“ software you can keep a training journal, track developments over certain periods, and specifically plan a program for getting in shape. All necessary elements for this application are included in the scope of delivery of your computer:

  1. Docking station with USB cable for transferring data to the PC
  2. CD-ROM with the PC-Sport training and analysis software

What happens when I record training units?

Your VDO computer generates a file/data record in its memory per training unit (start/stop see below). The following data is captured in this data record (after starting data recording) in a interval (10 / 20 sec.):

  • All bike data (only under certain conditions in walk mode)
  • All altitude data (only under certain conditions in walk mode)

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

  • All pulse data (only under certain conditions in walk mode)
  • Lap data if lap timer is used
  • All cadence data (if the cadence kit is installe

Note:

If you are using the lap timers the lap data will have a flag. When transferring data from the computer to the PC the lap data are identified via this flag and are displayed and analyzed separately in the PC-Sport program.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

a. The storage capacity of the device is configured for a total of 100 training hours.
b. After this total time is exceeded the new data automatically overwrites the oldest data in the memory.
c. A manual delete of training data is not possible.
d. Due to the recording interval of 10 or 20 sec. there may be slight deviation between the data in your VDO computer and the data in the PC-Sport program (e.g. average pulse)

TIPP: Connect your VDO computer to your PC at regular intervals so that important data is not overwritten. Manual control/read out of the data records of the DATA RECORDING and a data delete is not possible on your VDO computer itself.

15.1. STARTING/STOPPING DATA RECORDING

You must start data recording manually:

Start data recording:

Press P1 concurrently Start of data recording REC is displayed in the center

bar

VDO Z3 PC-Link - STARTING/STOPPING DATA RECORDING - 1

End data recording:

Press P1 concurrently Stop data recording

REC is not illuminated

What happens when I take a break?

If you take a break during DATA RECORDING, and the computer goes into SLEEP MODE after 5 minutes (chapter 16) then DATA RECORDING will be interrupted automatically. If SLEEP MODE is ended by pressing a button then DATA RECORDING will be automatically continued.

TIP: Leave your VDO computer on the handlebar holder so that sleep mode is activated and recording is interrupted automatically after 5 minutes (see chapter 16 Sleep mode).

ATTENTION: If you manually interrupt data recording, for a break for example by pressing P 1, then a new data record will be generated at restart. Even if you do a trip data reset during „DATA RECORDING“ your VDO computer will generate a new data record.

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15.2. TRANSFERRING DATA TO YOUR PC >>> P11

Install the PC-Sport software on your PC. Insert your VDO computer into the docking station as shown (Fig. xxx) and connect the USB cable to one of your computer's USB ports. Now start PC Sport

- Under „FILE“ select Import

- In Import select VDO series Z

Click on the Start button in the PC Sport program, then on the Z3 go to setting mode

3 sec. ① Setting mode LANGUAGE SELECT

PC LINK SELECT

M PC LINK SENDING (the data transfer is indicated in the display by changing numbers)

Now the PC receives the data of your VDO computer. Data transfer is indicated by the changing numbers in the computer's display.

NOTE: When importing the files the PC-Sport program detects which files have already been imported. If you want to import this again you must select it manually and confirm a warning query.

Now follow the instructions on saving files in the PC-Sport program.

Please see the PC Sport electronic user manual on the CD-ROM for all additional information relative to planning and analysis of training units

15.3. SELECTION OF THE RECORDING INTERVAL

Your VDO computer offers two recording intervals (10 seconds or 20 seconds) for data recording.

Interval 1: 20 seconds

Maximum recording period: 100 hours

Selection of the recording interval: Press A+2

Interval 2: 10 seconds

Maximum recording period: 50 hours

Selection of the recording interval: Press A+2

Now the recording interval that has been set is shown in the display:

DATA RECORD

INTERVAL

10 SEC

20 SEC

▼ ▲ UP/Down - changes to the other interval.

MPress M to confirm your selection.

ATTENTION: It is not possible to switch the recording interval during a recording.

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16. SLEEP MODE

Your VDO computer has a two-stage sleep mode.

Sleep mode is activated automatically if the computer no longer receives data.

Phase 1 after 5 minutes: - The display goes into sleep mode

- DATA RECORDING is interrupted

Now the display shows temperature, time, date, and day of the week.

. After an additional 10 minutes the second phase of sleep mode will be activated, will be activated, the receiver will be switched off.

FOR WAKE UP press any button.

Description special case 1.

No speed signals (e.g. when taking a break

No cadence signals (e.g. when taking a break)

Pulse signals will continue to be received (e.g. computer on wrist)

In this case the receive channels for speed and cadence are opened for a total of 3 hours. Energy is consumed in this process.

To extend the service life of the batteries, leave your VDO computer in the handlebar holder and move out of the receive range, or take off the pulse transmitter belt.

17. TROUBLESHOOTING

Here is a list of possible errors, their causes, and what you can to correct the error:

Problem when pairing the speed transmitter/cadence transmitter- Check the magnet position (distance between magnet and transmitter, position of the magnet to the transmitter point on the transmitter)- Check the battery in the transmitter- Check the battery in the computer (if battery voltage is insufficient then the receiver cannot receive the signals)
Problem when pairing the speed transmitter/cadence transmitter- Check the magnet position (distance between magnet and transmitter, position of the magnet to the transmitter point on the transmitter)- Check the battery in the transmitter- Check the battery in the computer (if battery voltage is insufficient then the receiver cannot receive the signals)

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Problem when pairing the pulse-chest belt- Check the battery in the chest belt- Check the battery in the computer (if battery voltage is insufficient then the receiver cannot receive the signals)
No speed display - Check the magnet position(distance between magnet and transmitter, position of the magnet to the transmitter point on the transmitter)- Check the battery in the transmitter- Check the battery in the computer (if battery voltage is insufficient then the receiver cannot receive the signals)
No cadence display - Check the magnet position(distance between magnet and transmitter, position of the magnet to the transmitter point on the transmitter)- Check the battery in the transmitter- Check the battery in the computer (if battery voltage is insufficient then the receiver cannot receive the signals)
No speed display (dash in the display)The receive channel for speed is switched off (a 15-minute period has elapsed without receiving a speed signal)Press buttons A + 1 at the same time
No cadence data (dash in the display)The receive channel for cadence is switched off (a 15-minute period has elapsed without receiving cadence signals)Press buttons A + 1 at the same time

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No pulse display (dash in the display)The receive channel for pulse is switched off (a 15-minute period has elapsed without receiving pulse data)Press buttons A + 1 at the same time
No average pulse Timer has not been startedStart timer
No maximum pulse Timer has not been startedStart timer
No pulse percentage of the personal maximum pulsePersonal data has not been set,timer has not been started
No data relative to training times is in the set training rangesTimer has not been started.Start timer
Calorie display does not function Personal data has not been set,timer has not been started
Watt display does not function - Personal data has not been set- Watt settings have not been made- Cadence transmitter is not installed- Cadence transmitter does not function
LAP data cannot be displayed/are no longer presentThe LAP data have been deleted prior to LAP RECALL
Screwdriver is flashing on the display ↗Service interval for your bicycle is displayed. Take your bicycle in for service or perform the service yourself
Walking shoe is shown in the display (bicycle distance data is no longer displayed) ↙Walk mode is switched on.In walk mode certain bike functions are not available
The timer indicator is flashing ⚪A timer is still running.
Bell icon is displayed ▲An alarm is set (alarm time)
The LAP icon is flashing 📄A LAP recording is still running.End recording with the STW button
The REC icon is flashing 📌Data recording is running. All data is recorded in the computer and can be transferred later to the PC.End data recording with button P + 1

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Data download from Z3 PC-Link/Z2 PC-Link to the PC does not function

  • Ensure that the computer is correctly mounted on the docking station
  • Ensure that the docking station is correctly connected to the PC via USB connector
  • Ensure that the PC Sport software is open
  • Ensure that PC-LINK has been called and started in the computer
  • Ensure that the file Import VDO series Z has been opened and started in the PC Sport program.

18. GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

VDO Cycle Parts offers a 5-year guarantee on your VDO computer, starting from date of purchase. The guarantee extends to material and manufacturing defects on the computer itself, on the docking station, on the transmitters and on the handlebar and wrist band holder. Cable and batteries, as well as other mounting materials are excluded from the guarantee.

The guarantee is only valid if the components in questions have not been opened (exception: battery compartment of the computer), if force has not been applied, and if willful damage is not present. Please keep the purchase receipt in a safe place because it must be submitted if there is a complaint. You will receive a comparable replacement device if there is a legitimate complaint.

A claim for replacement of the identical model does not exist if the model in question is no longer in production due to a model change. Please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the device for all complaints and guarantee claims. Or send your complaint directly to

Cycle Parts GmbH, Große Ahlmühle 33, D-76865 Rohrbach. We would be pleased to answer any technical questions you might have at the following hotline number:

+49-6349-9635-10.

Additional technical information is available at: http://www.vdocyclecomputing.com

In the course of further development we reserve the right to make technical changes without prior notice.

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19. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Computer: Approximately 49.6 x 46.6 x 16.5 mm, weight:

Approximately 45 g

Handlebar holder: Weight approximately 15 g

Speed transmitter: Weight approximately 20 g

Pulse transmitter: Weight approximately 80 g

Battery: 3V, type 2032 (computer); type 2032 (speed transmitter); type

Battery service life:

Computer: Approximately 300 hours, approximately 8000 KM (5000 M)

(speed only)

Pulse transmitter: Approximately 800 hours

Working temperature of the display: -15 °C to +60 °C

Speed range: for wheel size 2155 mm, min 3 km/h, max 120 km/h

Ride time measurement range: Up to 24:00:00 HH:MM:SS

Stopwatch measurement range: Up to 24:00:00 HH:MM:SS

Day trip measurement range: Up to 999.99 km or mi.

NAVIGATOR measurement range: Up to 999.99 km or mi.

Total KM 1 and 2 measurement range: Up to 99,999 km or mi.

Total kilometers measuring range: Up to 199,999 km or mi.

Wheel size: 100 mm minimum, 3999 mm maximum

Memory versions:

Recording capacity: 100 hours, a maximum of 100 trips at 1 hour each

VDO Z3 PC-Link - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - 1

Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

VDO Z3 PC-Link - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - 2

EU-Declaration of Conformity

We, CYCLE PARTS GmbH, Grosse Ahlmuehle 33, D-76865 Rohrbach declare under our responsibility that the products VDO Z1, Z2,Z3,Z2 PC-Link, Z3 PC-Link and all transmitters Z-CAD, Z-PULSE, Z-SENDER, Dockingstation are compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). The declaration of Conformity can be found at www.vdcyclecomputer.com.

NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the cycle computer head with the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between your equipment and the cycle computer head with the receiving antenna.

- Consult your bicycle dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTICE: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

NOTICE: Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by VDO Cycle Parts GmbH may void the FCC

authorization to operate this equipment

February 2008, Cycle Parts GmbH, Grosse Ahlmuehle 33, D-76865 Rohrbach, Germany

USA CDN

ADDENDUM TO USER MANUAL

FCC ID: TFO 6604

IC 5957A-6604

C€0682

Cycle Parts GmbH

VDO Z3 PC-Link - ADDENDUM TO USER MANUAL - 1

NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the cycle computer head with the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between your equipment and the cycle computer head with the receiving antenna.

- Consult your bicycle dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTICE: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

NOTICE: Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by VDO Cycle Parts GmbH may void the FCC

authorization to operate this equipment

February 2008, Cycle Parts GmbH, Grosse Ahlmuehle 33, D-76865 Rohrbach, Germany

VDO SERIES-Z

FOR RUNNING / HIKING

1487 m 23 135 HM UP 300 73

VDO Z3 PC-Link - VDO SERIES-Z - 2

www.vdocyclecomputing.com

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Brand : VDO

Model : Z3 PC-Link

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