For the ultimate in commercial cardio exercise machines from True Fitness, the CS series treadmills offers your facility exactly that. The design, engineering and construction has been tested for many hours in real life applications, and are proven to be durable, reliable assets to your workout floor.
The TRUE CS550 has that expected precision hand-built craftsmanship, innovative user friendly features and quality components. This machine is still a beautiful and rugged performer with a more powerful drive motor, the addition of a decline range and a few other excellent features not available on the CS500.



| Drive System | Drive Motor | TRUE 5hp AC Max-Drive | |
| Incline Motor | Compression Elevation Motor with 1,000 lbs of thrust | ||
| Speed Sensor | Optical | ||
| Power Source | 120 Volt/20 Amp Dedicated (NEMA 5-20 Receptacle); Cord length 12' (3.7m); 220v option available | ||
| Exercise Surface | Deck | Double-sided, thermally-fused, laminated 1" medium density fiberboard | |
| Reversible Deck | Yes | ||
| Belt | Siegling multi-ply belt with PVC Coating | ||
| Rollers | 3" diameter crowned rollers | ||
| Impact System | TRUE Soft System (neoprene shock absorbers) | ||
| Lubrication | TRUE Proprietary Lubricant "Silax" | ||
| Frame | Frame | 11-Gauge, heavy-duty welded steel | |
| Pedestals | Hydroformed Steel | ||
| Handrails | Molded urethane, moisture-resistant flared handrails | ||
| Medical Handrails | Yes | ||
| Console | Display Type | 15" Touch Screen (CS550-T15T) | 11" Custom LCD (CS550-T11) |
| Compatibility for iPod | Advanced | Basic | |
| Entertainment Capabilities | Integrated 15" LCD with touch screen technology and built-in TV, integrated connector for your iPod with music and video featuring onscreen navigation, scenic landscape perspectives, USB connectivity, NTSC/ATSC/QAM digital tuner or PAL/SECAM tuner | Optional integrated wireless entertainment control, integrated connector for your iPod | |
| Communications | Full CSAFE Compatibility - Fitlinxx* *In development, please ask sales rep for availability. |
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| Key Type | Membrane - Center Pod Only | Membrane | |
| Command Keys | 1-Touch Quick Speed, HRC Cruise Control | 1-Touch Quick Speed, HRC Cruise Control | |
| Data Readouts | Speed, Incline, Elapsed Time, Time Remaining, Distance, Distance Remaining, Pace, Heart Rate, Target Heart Rate, METs, Calories, Calories/Hour, Segment Time Remaining | Speed, Incline, Elapsed Time, Time Remaining, Distance, Pace, Heart Rate, Target Heart Rate,% of Maximum Heart Rate, METs, Calories, Level | |
| Diagnostics | Yes | ||
| Heart Rate | Contact Heart Rate Monitoring | Yes | |
| Wireless Heart Rate Monitoring | Wireless - Polar Equipped | ||
| HRC (Heart Rate Control) Workouts | Yes - 8 | Yes - 6 | |
| HRC Cruise Control | Yes | ||
| Programming | Workouts | 21 Preset, 4 Custom, 5 Saved Workouts | 14 Preset, 3 Saved Workouts |
| Fitness Tests | Gerkin Protocol and 4-Military | ||
| Other Features | Accessories | Reading Rack, 2 Water Bottle Holders, Integrated iPod/Accessory Tray | |
| Safety | Safety clip equipped, extended handrails, large straddle covers, User Present Detection | ||
| Balance Bar Control Pad |
Yes |
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| Personal Cooling System | Yes | ||
| Physical Specifications | Footprint | 82"L x 33" W (208 cm x 84 cm) | |
| Running Surface | 60" L x 22" W (152 cm x 56 cm) | ||
| Machine Weight/Shipping Weight | 433 lbs (197 kg)/524 lbs (238 kg) | 429 lbs (195 kg)/517 lbs (235 kg) | |
| Maximum User Weight | 500 lbs (227 kg) | ||
| Decline Option | Yes | ||
| Incline Range | 0 to 15% standard; with decline -3 to 15% | ||
| Speed Range | 0.5 - 12 mph (0-19 kph) | ||
| Step-Up Height | 7" (18 cm); with decline 9" (23 cm) | ||
| Portability | Front Transport Wheels | ||
| Regulatory Approvals | UL, CSA, FCC (CE for 220v) | ||

Specialty Fitness is your one stop solution for all commercial and home gym equipment needs. We are far more than a fitness equipment store. We offer our customers many perks - like personal consultations, full on-site installation, repair and custom maintenance services from our skilled and highly knowledgeable staff.
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