Counter functions

The counter unit functions for both the 250Hz and Techno NSD Powerball models are detailed below. The 250Hz models are very straightforward though reading the score on the Techno model requires a little more skill and practice.

I can promise you will agree that the additional effort required to master the act of reading the Techno scores is well worth it once you see the score scrolling 'magically' across the rotor as the ball slows down.

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FUNCTIONS 250HZ & NEON SERIES

1. Total Accumulated Revolutions
Press the 'FCN' button to reveal theon the display. This mode calculates the accumulated rotor revolutions during a session and records each 100 rotations as one unit - for example 7240 revolutions will display as 72.

2. 'Real Time' Revolutions
Press the 'FCN' button to reveal theon the display. This counter setting allows real time monitoring of the rotor's RPM (revs per minute) speed.

3. The Highest RPM
Press the 'FCN' button to reveal thesymbol on the display. While the rotor is stationary, this counter setting will automatically display the highest RPM ever achieved on the ball. Once the rotor is in motion however, the mode automatically changes to thesetting. This will effectively record the highest score achieved during the current session - if this is a higher score than the current record held in the counter's memory, then the display will flash and the new score will automatically overwrite the old high score once the rotor stops turning. If the score is lower than the current high score in the counter's memory, then it will remain on the display until the rotor stops and revert back to themode once again.

4. The Physical Strength Index
Press the 'FCN' button to reveal theon the display. This setting will begin to record the number of actual revolutions made during the 30, 60 or 90 second interval immediately after the rotor is set in motion. The display begins counting down and continues until the last 5 seconds - whereby the accumulated revs will appear. This is a superb test of your strength as you need to keep the rotor spinning at the highest possible revs for a period of 30/60 or 90 seconds in order to achieve a maximum score!


FUNCTIONS TECHNO SERIES

The Techno Series has the speedometer built into the rotor. It has two functions.

1. Highest Score Achieved
Activate the rotor in the direction of the arrow on its surface and bring the rotation speed up to 6000 rpm. The first of the 7 LEDs built into the surface of the rotor will illuminate. Each subsequent 1000-rpm achieved will activate an additional LED. The ball stores the highest speed achieved in its memory and once this has been exceeded, the full band of illuminated LEDs will begin to flash. After a run has been completed, hold the ball firmly in hand and let the rotor slow down. Once the last LED line extinguishes, the highest score achieved will scroll magically across the surface of the rotor - (the skill is also in holding the actual unit steady enough to allow you to read it!)

2. Number of Revolutions in 30 Seconds
Activate the rotor so that the first LED illuminates. Hold that speed for approx. 18 seconds. The blue LED will now illuminate and begin flashing on and off to signify the start of your 30-second run. Spin the rotor as fast as possible for this 30-second duration! Once the time has elapsed, the blue LED will illuminate continuously. After 3 seconds, the achieved score will scroll across the surface of the rotor.

NOTE: The counter display on the 250Hz and Neon models powers off automatically after a period of 40 seconds when no rotor movement is detected. This yields an extended battery life of several years. Replacement batteries can be purchased from your local jeweller/watch retailers. THE TECHNO SERIES do not require batteries.

Using your NSD Powerball as an Exercise Instrument

The NSD Powerball is an extremely flexible exercise tool with which to build huge power in the arms, wrists and fingers. Its unique functionality makes it of particular benefit to enthusiasts of many different types of sport such as Golf, Tennis, Squash, and all other activities demanding increased power in the arms, hand and wrists. It's great for musicians too! Drummers, guitarists, pianists (in fact most musicians!) will benefit from the increased strength and dexterity that an NSD Powerball will give them! However, as with all forms of exercise, you should never attempt to over exert yourself with this product and should consult a physician if in any doubt about your personal level of fitness.

'The NSD Powerball generates resistance which is directly in proportion to the effort expended by the user'. Which means that when used at lower speeds, it is also a very effective tool with which to help soothe and recuperate sore or damaged limbs, or help reduce the inflammation caused by Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, RSI or Tendonitis. NSD Powerball is totally non impact.
 

 

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